Spain, first country ever to be world champion in both women's and men's categories simultaneously

Spain has achieved an unprecedented feat in international football, becoming the first country ever to hold both the men's and women's World Cup titles concurrently. This historic achievement was cemented on July 19, 2026, when the men's national team defeated Argentina 1-0 in the final.

The men's victory follows a triumphant period for Spanish football. The women's team has held the world champion title for over three years, since their victory against England on August 20, 2023. Olga Carmona scored the decisive goal in that match, which took place in Sydney during the Australia and New Zealand World Cup.

The next Women's World Cup, the tenth edition, is scheduled to be held in Brazil from June 24 to July 25 of the following year. Meanwhile, the men's team's triumph in the 2026 North American tournament sets the stage for future global competitions. The 2030 World Cup is slated to be hosted across Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, with initial and commemorative matches also taking place in Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay.