How Spain Dominated 10-Man Argentina To Become World Champions | FIFA World Cup 2026

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has come to a breathtaking close! Spain has officially been crowned world champions for the second time in history after securing a dramatic 1-0 victory over Argentina in a grueling extra-time thriller at the New York New Jersey Stadium.

Despite 90 minutes of intense, end-to-end action and incredible defensive performances from both sides, the turning point of the final occurred deep into stoppage time. Argentina's Enzo Fernández was shown a second yellow card (90+3'), leaving his squad severely disadvantaged and forced to battle through extra time with only 10 men. Spain relentlessly capitalized on the numerical advantage, finally breaking the deadlock in the 106th minute when substitute Ferran Torres smashed home a spectacular match-winning goal!

This devastating loss marks a heartbreaking end for 39-year-old Lionel Messi, denying him the dream of securing back-to-back World Cup titles in his final appearance on the global stage