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2026 World Cup: Spain is Champion for the Second Time
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2026 World Cup: Spain is Champion for the Second Time

From Die Zeit · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • Spain became the World Cup champions for the second time after winning in 2010.
  • They defeated Argentina 1-0 in the final match, with Ferran Torres scoring the winning goal in extra time.
  • The victory comes 16 years after their previous title win in South Africa.

Spain has secured its second World Cup title, defeating Argentina 1-0 in a hard-fought final match. The decisive goal came in extra time, with Ferran Torres being the hero for the Spanish side. This triumph marks a significant moment for Spanish football, echoing their previous success on the world stage.

The victory arrives 16 years after Spain's historic win in the 2010 World Cup held in South Africa. The final against Argentina was a tense affair, with the score remaining deadlocked at 0-0 through the regulation 90 minutes. Both teams battled fiercely, showcasing strong defensive performances.

Spain is world champion for the second time.

— Die ZeitHeadline summarizing the main outcome.

As the match extended into extra time, the pressure mounted. It was in this crucial period that Ferran Torres managed to break the stalemate, scoring the goal that ultimately clinched the championship for Spain. The report details the match's progression, highlighting the key moments that led to Spain's crowning as world champions once again.

Ferran Torres scored the winning goal in extra time.

— Die ZeitDetailing the decisive moment of the match.
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Originally published by Die Zeit in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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