Spain suffocates Lionel Messi and Argentina, wins World Cup on Ferran Torres' extra-time winner
Spain secures the 2026 World Cup title with a narrow 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina.
📍 How it ended
Spain won the 2026 World Cup by defeating Argentina 1-0. The victory was secured by a Ferran Torres goal in extra time, resulting in a quiet exit for Lionel Messi and Argentina.
Epilogue added 90d ago, after coverage quieted.
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How Spain won the World Cup and why Lionel Messi’s Argentina finished up furious The New York Times · 92d ago broke it first
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Spain has won the 2026 World Cup after defeating Argentina 1-0. The deciding goal was scored by Ferran Torres during extra time.
Coverage from ESPN and the Toledo Blade emphasizes Spain's persistence in the match. The New York Times reports that Lionel Messi and the Argentinian team finished the tournament "furious," while ESPN describes their exit as "quiet." Following the victory, The Boston Globe is focusing on how the event brought people together.
Coverage does not yet specify the exact nature of Argentina's grievances.
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Who scored the winning goal for Spain?
Ferran Torres scored the goal in extra time.
What was the final score of the match?
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0.
How did Argentina react to the loss?
According to The New York Times, Argentina finished the tournament "furious."
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