Spain's Double World Cup Glory
Ferran Torres Scores Extra-Time Winner as Spain Claims Second Men's World Cup Title
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Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez made a World Cup final-record 12 saves, stifling Spain for long periods.
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Spain started the final with overwhelming pressure, taking 20 shots on goal in the first 20 minutes and nine of the first 10 corners, illustrating their dominance before extra time.
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Luis de la Fuente, aged 65, became the oldest coach to lead a team to a World Cup title.
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Enzo Fernández was sent off for a second yellow in the 93rd minute, becoming the sixth player to be dismissed in a World Cup Final.
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Torres had gone through the tournament without scoring before his 106th-minute winner, with the goal arriving as a substitute finishing a move involving Pedro Porro and Nico Williams.
Spain won its second men's World Cup title on Sunday, beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, with Ferran Torres scoring the only goal in the 106th minute CBS Sports. The win denied Lionel Messi a back-to-back title and made Spain the first nation ever to hold both the men's and women's World Cup trophies at the same time Barbados Today.
Torres, who had gone the entire tournament without scoring, came on as a substitute and converted a headed layoff from Nico Williams to seal the match KQ2. Spain conceded just one goal across eight games — an all-time record for fewest goals allowed by a World Cup champion.
Torres Breaks the Deadlock in Dramatic Extra Time
Spain dominated for 105 minutes but could not find a way past Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, who made a World Cup final-record 12 saves Barbados Today. In regulation, Spain put 15 shots on target to Argentina's zero — one of the most one-sided final scorelines in tournament history.
The breakthrough finally came in the 106th minute. Pedro Porro played a deep cross, Nico Williams headed it down, and Torres drove a left-footed volley under the crossbar Hometown News Now. Torres called it "a goal scored by 47 million people" — a nod to Spain's entire population. He became just the fifth player ever to decide a men's World Cup Final beyond 90 minutes.
Enzo Fernández Sent Off as Argentina's Night Unravels
Argentina's evening fell apart before extra time even began. In the 93rd minute, midfielder Enzo Fernández was shown a second yellow card for a reckless challenge on Pau Cubarsí Fox26 Medford. He became only the sixth player in history to be dismissed in a World Cup Final.
After the final whistle, the drama continued. Argentine midfielder Leandro Paredes shoved Gavi and Eric García to the ground, sparking a brawl on the pitch. Paredes received a straight red card. BBC commentator Alan Shearer called the scenes "disgusting" and "disgraceful," saying Argentina "lost both the trophy and their dignity."
Messi's Last World Cup Ends in Tears and Silence
For Lionel Messi, 39, it was a painful end to his final World Cup. Argentina had aimed to become the first back-to-back champions since Brazil in 1958 and 1962. Instead, Messi left the pitch in tears KQ2. He gave a short, honest verdict after the match: "I feel sad. They were better, to be honest."
Spain's defensive block completely shut down Argentina's attack. The defending champions registered zero shots in regulation. Analysts said Argentina had no "Plan B" once Spain neutralized Messi. Former England striker Michael Owen said Spain "are brave, courageous with the ball... just a great team."
Spain's Coach Makes History at 65, Trophy Presented in Chaos
Head coach Luis de la Fuente, aged 65, became the oldest manager ever to win a World Cup title Hometown News Now. He called the achievement "something historic, something unique" and said accompanying his players on the journey was "an honour." Spain also completed a rare double, having won Euro 2024 the year before.
The trophy presentation added a political twist. U.S. President Donald Trump walked onto the pitch alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino and was loudly booed by the 80,663 fans inside MetLife Stadium Fox26 Medford. Trump had positioned the tournament as a signature achievement tied to America's 250th anniversary. He lingered awkwardly on the podium before being ushered away as Spanish captain Rodri lifted the cup.
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