Spain stun Argentina to lift World Cup

Spain were crowned FIFA World Cup champions after defeating Argentina 1-0 in a tense final, completing another

Spain were crowned FIFA World Cup champions after defeating Argentina 1-0 in a tense final, completing another remarkable chapter in the country’s football history with a performance built on patience, teamwork and tactical discipline.

The decisive goal came late in extra time through substitute Ferran Torres after a well-worked move involving fellow substitute Nico Williams. It was the third time during the knockout stage that a Spanish substitute delivered the match-winning goal, highlighting the squad’s depth and the impact of coach Luis de la Fuente’s tactical decisions.

Spain controlled the final from the opening whistle, dominating possession and dictating the pace of the match. They kept the ball for long periods, created numerous scoring opportunities and limited Argentina to very few chances throughout the contest.

Despite enjoying more than 65 percent possession and producing 12 shots on target, Spain struggled to convert their chances, exposing the team’s only noticeable weakness — the absence of a natural clinical striker. However, their defensive organization and composure ensured Argentina could not capitalize.

Spain’s triumph reflected a collective effort rather than dependence on individual brilliance. Throughout the tournament, the team spread its goals among eight different players, underlining its balanced attacking approach and strong squad mentality.

The Spanish side also dominated the tournament’s individual honours. Midfielder Rodri was named the competition’s Most Valuable Player, goalkeeper Unai Simón received the Best Goalkeeper award, and young defender Pau Cubarsí was recognized as the tournament’s Best Young Player. The Golden Boot was the only major award Spain did not claim, with France’s Kylian Mbappé finishing as the tournament’s top scorer.

The victory extended Spain’s unbeaten run to 38 international matches, further cementing their status as one of the world’s strongest national teams. It also marked another major achievement for head coach Luis de la Fuente, whose rise from Spain’s youth setup to leading the senior team to World Cup glory completed an impressive coaching journey