Spain claimed their second World Cup title with a 1-0 win over Argentina in a tight final decided in the second half of extra time.

After 120 minutes of tension, Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute to break a prolonged stalemate and give Spain the trophy. Argentina pressed for an equaliser late on but could not find the net, with Lionel Messi on the losing side.

Torres’ goal ends the deadlock

Torres provided the decisive moment after Spain had dominated the contest for long spells. He finished a chance after receiving a pass from Nico Williams, converting to send Spain ahead in extra time.

The goal came after neither team had managed to find a breakthrough through normal time and the earlier stages of extra time, leaving the match finely poised until Torres struck.

Spain defend after taking the lead

Argentina stepped up their attacking play as the closing stages approached, seeking a leveller to keep the game alive. Spain, who had controlled much of the match, responded by absorbing pressure and maintaining their shape.

Despite sustained efforts in the latter part of the match, Argentina were unable to break through, and Spain held on to secure the win.

First World Cup final halftime show

The final also featured what organisers described as the first World Cup final halftime show, bringing a lineup of international stars on to the pitch.

Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber, Shakira and other performers appeared during the interval, creating a highly visible spectacle amid the build-up to a closely fought match.

Trump attends; trophy handover expected

The American president, Donald Trump, was present at the final along with other world leaders. It is anticipated that Trump will help hand over the trophy to the winning team after Spain’s victory.

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20 July 2026

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So Trump was there supporting Venezuela and gave the kiss of Death to Venezuela.

The curse of Trump watching sports in person: the home team seems to always lose

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jul/08/donald-trump-curse-sports-world-cup

US men's soccer loss

Knicks loss

Etc.

Same thing with America.

A victory for football over thuggery

Yes RayC the Argies used the black arts in every game to bully teams and they tried it in the final against Spain but the Spanish didn't fall the dirty tricks, and at the final whistle some of the Argie players brought disgrace to the game by punching Spanish players.

The best team won despite all the drama from the Argies even after the semi finals against England - surrounded the ref but respect to him he didn't give a <deleted>, followed the beautiful games rules

Now let's see what the Argies get fined for after the flag thing after beating England & the punch-up after the final

Seem to remember a white flag back in '82 but no writing!

11 hours ago, gargamon said:

So Trump was there supporting Venezuela and gave the kiss of Death to Venezuela.

Venezuela?

21 minutes ago, temuFarang said:

Venezuela?

Oops. Not much into sports so I don't know/care who played, just that the one Trump supported list.

Edited 5 hours ago5 hr by gargamon

What a complete bunch of bad sportsmen the Argies are https://metro.co.uk/2026/07/20/argentina-players-turn-backs-spain-squad-world-cup-trophy-lift-29177989/?utm_source=firefox-newtab-en-gb

Then the first thing that they do when they lose to England is complain https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/articles/cn4nvx0zxzqo

That was to wind up the English players Geoff984. The Argie rugby team wore replica Football 86 shirts Marradona wore, not even Rugby shirts plus they played on the outkirts of Argentina where hardly any fans could support England. First try against the Argies within a minute fists were flying from them. Like there football team just wanted to play dirty but they got beat.

2 hours ago, Geoff914 said:

What a complete bunch of bad sportsmen the Argies are https://metro.co.uk/2026/07/20/argentina-players-turn-backs-spain-squad-world-cup-trophy-lift-29177989/?utm_source=firefox-newtab-en-gb

Then the first thing that they do when they lose to England is complain https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/articles/cn4nvx0zxzqo

Rather than making a statement, I do think that the Argentinians were watching proceedings on the large screen behind the goal , as their view would have been obstructed if watched live

Argentina has a history of bad behavior?

Maybe they should try to fix their economy instead of worrying about their soccer scores?

Edited 2 hours ago2 hr by save the frogs

You're talking about the USA, are you?

France would have beaten Spain and won the world cup if their white right back hadn't lost his head. That was their Achilles heel. That white player typically lacked character. No spine.