Spain down Argentina to win World Cup, shatter Messi dream
Ferran Torres scored the only goal of the game on Sunday as Spain beat 10-man Argentina 1-0 after extra-time to win their second World Cup...
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Spain has won the 2026 World Cup, defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in a tense final. The victory shattered Lionel Messi's dream of a triumphant World Cup farewell.
- Ferran Torres's late extra-time goal in the 106th minute secured the title for Spain.
- The match saw a dominant performance from Spain, while Argentina failed to register a single shot on target.
- Argentina's midfielder Enzo Fernandez was sent off in injury time, and the team committed numerous fouls throughout the game.
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Spain Down Argentina to Win World Cup, Shatter Messi Dream - July 2026
Spain has won the 2026 World Cup, defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in a tense final. The victory shattered Lionel Messi's dream of a triumphant World Cup farewell. The match was forced into extra-time after ending 0-0 in normal time. Meanwhile, Kylian Mbappe won the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot, becoming the tournament's all-time leading scorer after netting 10 goals. Celebrations in Spain were so joyous that they registered on seismic sensors across the country, with thousands of jubilant fans jumping and shouting causing measurable ground movements. However, a tragic incident occurred during celebrations when a fountain collapsed, resulting in the death of a 13-year-old boy and injuries to several others in Ciudad Rodrigo. Spain's world champions then returned home to a million-strong welcome in Madrid. Argentines are mourning the loss, marking what is widely seen as the end of an era for legendary player Lionel Messi. Kenyans also joined a global audience on July 19, 2026, to watch the final, with gatherings in various entertainment spots and public viewing centers across the country.
