World Cup 2026 Final Result: Spain 1–0 Argentina (AET) — Ferran Torres Wins It
Updated 19 July 2026 — full time at MetLife Stadium. Spain are World Cup champions for the second time.
Spain beat Argentina 1–0 after extra time in the World Cup 2026 final at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Sunday, 19 July 2026. Ferran Torres scored the only goal in the 106th minute after a goalless 90 minutes — La Roja lift the trophy 16 years after their first title in 2010.
Final result at a glance:
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Result | 🇪🇸 Spain 1–0 Argentina 🇦🇷 (AET) |
| Winning goal | Ferran Torres 106' |
| Match | M104 — World Cup Final |
| Date | Sunday, 19 July 2026 |
| Kickoff | 15:00 Eastern (3:00 PM ET) |
| Venue | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ |
| Winner | Spain — 2nd World Cup title |
| Runner-up | Argentina — defending champions eliminated |
Full match report: Spain 1–0 Argentina (M104) · July 19 results hub · Live results.
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Final Score — Spain 1–0 Argentina (After Extra Time)
Regulation finished 0–0 at the New York/New Jersey Stadium (MetLife). Both Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal came close; Unai Simón and Emiliano Martínez kept clean sheets through 90 minutes.
Extra time: Ferran Torres broke the deadlock in the 106th minute — a composed finish that sent Spain into delirium and ended Argentina's bid for back-to-back titles.
| Team | 90 min | ET | Final |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Argentina | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Goal scorers
| Minute | Team | Scorer | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 106' | 🇪🇸 Spain | Ferran Torres | Extra time — match-winner |
| 90+3' | 🇦🇷 Argentina | — | Enzo Fernández second yellow → red card |
Man of the Match: Ferran Torres
How the Final Unfolded at MetLife Stadium
First half — cagey and goalless
Spain controlled longer phases through Pedri, Rodri and Fabián Ruiz; Argentina sat in a compact 4-4-2 and looked to Messi and Lautaro Martínez on the break. Neither goalkeeper was beaten in the opening 45 minutes.
Second half — Messi vs Yamal, still 0–0
Yamal (18) and Nico Williams stretched Argentina's back line; Messi tested Simón with a free-kick and a low drive. Enzo Fernández received a second yellow at 90+3' and was sent off — Argentina played extra time with 10 men. The final headed to extra time for the first time since Germany 1–0 Argentina (2014).
Extra time — Torres decides it
Both sides traded half-chances in the first 15 minutes of extra time. In the 106th minute, Pedro Porro crossed, Nico Williams nodded down, and Ferran Torres finished past Emiliano Martínez. Argentina threw bodies forward but could not equalise — Spain held on to become World Cup champions.
World Cup 2026 Final — Match Facts
| Attendance | 82,500 capacity (sell-out MetLife) |
| Referee | FIFA appointment — check official match sheet |
| Surface | Artificial turf (FIFA-approved) |
| Competition | 48-team format — 104 matches complete |
| Spain titles | 2 (2010, 2026) |
| Argentina titles | 3 (1978, 1986, 2022) — runners-up in 2026 |
Stadium guide: MetLife Stadium — World Cup 2026 final venue · Host city: New York / New Jersey.
How Spain and Argentina Reached the Final
Both finalists won their semi-finals on 14–15 July 2026 and arrived in New Jersey unbeaten in the knockout stage (Spain) or with seven straight wins (Argentina).
Spain's path — semi-final vs France (M101)
| Stage | Result | Report |
|---|---|---|
| Final | Spain 1–0 Argentina (AET) | July 19 results |
| Semi-final | France 0–2 Spain | July 14 results |
| Quarter-final | Spain 2–1 Belgium | July 10 results |
| Round of 8 | Portugal 0–1 Spain | July 6 results |
Full hub: Spain World Cup 2026 results · Yamal profile.
Argentina's path — semi-final vs England (M102)
| Stage | Result | Report |
|---|---|---|
| Final | Spain 1–0 Argentina (AET) | July 19 results |
| Semi-final | England 1–2 Argentina | July 15 results |
| Quarter-final | Argentina 3–1 Switzerland (AET) | July 11 results |
| Round of 8 | Argentina 3–2 Egypt | July 7 results |
Full hub: Argentina World Cup 2026 results · Messi profile.
Spain vs Argentina Final — What It Means
Spain's second star:
- 2010 — Iniesta vs Netherlands in Johannesburg.
- 2026 — Torres vs Argentina in East Rutherford.
- Generational shift — Yamal, Pedri and Torres succeed the Xavi-Iniesta era with a second world title.
Argentina's near-miss:
- Defending champions fell one goal short of a fourth title.
- Messi (8 goals at this tournament) could not find a final equaliser — but remains among the greatest World Cup players of all time.
- Lautaro Martínez and Enzo Fernández — semi-final heroes — could not repeat the magic in New Jersey.
World Cup head-to-head: Spain beat Argentina 2–1 in 1982 and 1–0 in 2026 — both Spanish wins.
Key Players in the Final
| Spain | Role | Argentina | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferran Torres | Match-winner (106') | Lionel Messi | No. 10, 8 tournament goals |
| Lamine Yamal | Right wing, 18 | Enzo Fernández | Booked 90+3' |
| Pedri | Midfield hub | Lautaro Martínez | Striker |
| Rodri | Shield | Alexis Mac Allister | Press & link |
| Unai Simón | Clean sheet | Emiliano Martínez | Beaten once in ET |
Golden Boot: Top scorers standings · Messi World Cup 2026.
World Cup 2026 Final Time — Every Time Zone
Kickoff was 15:00 Eastern (EDT) on 19 July 2026 at MetLife Stadium.
| Region | Local kickoff |
|---|---|
| New York / New Jersey | 15:00 EDT |
| Los Angeles / Pacific | 12:00 PDT |
| Mexico City | 13:00 CST |
| São Paulo / Brasília | 16:00 BRT |
| Buenos Aires | 16:00 ART |
| Madrid / Barcelona | 21:00 CEST |
| London / UK | 20:00 BST |
Quick conversions: 3:00 PM ET = 4:00 PM Brazil/Argentina = 9:00 PM Spain.
How to Watch — World Cup 2026 Final (Replay & Highlights)
United States
| Platform | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Fox | English-language broadcast |
| Telemundo | Spanish-language broadcast |
| Fox Sports app / fuboTV | Streaming |
Brazil
| Platform | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Globo | Free-to-air flagship |
| SporTV / GE TV | Cable & digital |
| Globoplay / CazéTV | Streaming |
Local kickoff: 16:00 Brasília time.
Guide: Where to watch World Cup 2026 in Brazil.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the World Cup 2026?
Spain — they beat Argentina 1–0 after extra time in the final at MetLife Stadium on 19 July 2026. Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute.
What was the World Cup 2026 final score?
Spain 1–0 Argentina (AET) — goalless after 90 minutes; Torres 106' in extra time.
Who scored in the World Cup 2026 final?
Ferran Torres (Spain, 106') — the only goal. Enzo Fernández (Argentina) was sent off at 90+3' (second yellow).
When was the World Cup 2026 final?
Sunday, 19 July 2026 — Match 104 (M104), the last game of the 48-team tournament.
Where was the World Cup 2026 final played?
MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey — also listed as New York/New Jersey Stadium on FIFA.com.
What time was the World Cup 2026 final?
15:00 Eastern Time (3:00 PM ET) — 16:00 in Brazil and Argentina, 21:00 in Spain.
How many World Cups has Spain won?
Two — 2010 (South Africa) and 2026 (USA/Mexico/Canada).
Did Messi win the World Cup 2026?
No — Argentina lost 1–0 to Spain in the final. Messi finished with 8 goals at the tournament but could not add a fourth World Cup title.
Did the World Cup 2026 final go to extra time?
Yes — 0–0 after 90 minutes. Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute of extra time.
Who is the World Cup 2026 runner-up?
Argentina — defending champions after Qatar 2022, eliminated 1–0 in the final.
Quem ganhou a Copa do Mundo 2026?
Espanha venceu a Argentina por 1–0 na prorrogação. Ferran Torres marcou aos 106 minutos no MetLife Stadium, Nova Jersey, em 19 de julho de 2026.
Resultado final Copa del Mundo 2026
España 1–0 Argentina (prórroga) — Ferran Torres 106'. La Roja gana su segundo Mundial (2010 y 2026).