Spain claimed their second FIFA World Cup title on Sunday after defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 following extra time in a gripping final at New York/New Jersey Stadium.

The match remained deadlocked through 90 minutes and the first period of extra time before Ferran Torres broke the stalemate in the 106th minute, calmly finding the net to hand Spain their first World Cup crown since their historic triumph in South Africa in 2010.

Argentina, who lifted the trophy in 2022, battled hard to retain their title but were unable to find an equaliser as Spain's disciplined defence held firm through the closing stages of the match.

The 2026 tournament, co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, was the first FIFA World Cup to feature an expanded field of 48 teams, marking a new era for the competition. Spain's victory capped a memorable campaign and secured the nation's place among football's multiple World Cup champions.