Baku: Spain were crowned 2026 FIFA World Cup champions after defeating Argentina 1-0 following extra time in a dramatic final at New York/New Jersey Stadium. According to Azeri-Press news agency, the decisive moment came in the 106th minute when Ferran Torres fired home from close range after connecting with a headed pass from Nico Williams, breaking the deadlock in a tense contest that had remained scoreless through 90 minutes. Spain dominated much of the match, creating numerous scoring opportunities, while Argentina, the defending champions, were forced to play with 10 men after Enzo Fernández was sent off late in normal time for a second yellow card. Goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez kept Argentina in the game with a series of outstanding saves before Torres finally found the breakthrough. The victory secured Spain's second FIFA World Cup title and capped an impressive tournament campaign led by Luis de la Fuente's side, who defeated France in the semifinals before overcoming Lionel Messi's Argentina in t he final.