Spain Wins World Cup, Ferrán Torres Scores Dramatic Extra-Time Decider
July 19, 2026 · By yayscore Newsroom
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Spain lifted the World Cup trophy after Ferrán Torres netted the sole goal in extra time against Argentina in a tense final.
Spain has been crowned World Cup champions, defeating Argentina 1-0 in a hard-fought final that went into extra time. The match was a cagey affair for much of regulation, with both teams struggling to break the deadlock despite Spain's significant possession advantage. Argentina's tactical fouling earned several yellow cards, including for Lisandro Martínez at 41 minutes and Enzo Fernández at 82 minutes.
The real drama unfolded in extra time. After a flurry of substitutions from both camps in the second half, Spain found their breakthrough. The decisive moment arrived at 106 minutes when Ferrán Torres, assisted by Nico Williams, fired home the winning goal, sending the Spanish fans into a frenzy and securing the coveted trophy.
Argentina's attempts to find an equalizer were hampered by Spain's solid defense and their own discipline issues, accumulating five yellow cards by the final whistle. The late goal ended their hopes of another World Cup triumph and solidified Spain's position as the tournament's best team, marking a historic achievement for the European nation.