Ferran Torres makes Spain world champion in the 106th minute

Spain clinched their second World Cup title on Sunday, defeating Argentina 1-0 in a dramatic final that went into extra time. Ferran Torres etched his name in history by scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute, securing the championship for Spain.

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A goal by Ferran Torres in extra time, in the 106th minute of the 2026 World Cup final, propelled the Spanish team to the second world champion title in its history against Argentina (1-0), numerically disadvantaged throughout the entire extra time due to the expulsion for a double yellow card by Enzo Fernández.

The match, held at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, saw Argentina play the entire extra period with a numerical disadvantage. Enzo Fernandez was sent off with a second yellow card in the 93rd minute, a significant blow to Argentina's chances.

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Argentina played the extra time with ten men due to Enzo Fernández's second yellow card.

Spain dominated possession and control throughout the game but struggled to break down Argentina's defense until Torres's late strike. The victory marks a significant achievement for Spain, adding to their 2010 World Cup win. Argentina's defense also suffered a blow when key defender Lisandro Martínez had to be substituted in the 44th minute due to injury, replaced by Nicolás Otamendi. The halftime break featured a Super Bowl-style musical performance with international stars.

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Lisandro Martínez, Argentina's central defender, had to leave the field in the 44th minute due to an injury during the 2026 World Cup final against Spain at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.