Spain Beats Argentina 1-0 in World Cup Final

Spain won the 2026 World Cup with a 1-0 victory over Argentina in the final, a match that was forced into extra-time after ending 0-0 in normal time. The narrow victory shattered Lionel Messi's dream of a triumphant World Cup farewell as the defending champions were dethroned. Kenyans joined a global audience on July 19, 2026 to watch the match, with gatherings in various entertainment spots and public viewing centers across the country. Kylian Mbappe also emerged as the tournament's standout performer, winning the Golden Boot as the all-time leading scorer with 10 goals. The Spanish champions later returned home to a million-strong welcome in Madrid.