Spain vs. Argentina match proceeds to extra time
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
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- Spain dominated possession and shots but failed to score against Argentina in the World Cup final, forcing extra time.
- Argentina played defensively, not managing a single shot on goal during the 90 minutes.
- Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was a key player, making multiple saves to keep Argentina in the match.
Spain's dominance in the World Cup 2026 final against Argentina was evident in possession and shot statistics, yet they could not convert this advantage into goals during normal time. The match concluded the first 90 minutes with a 0-0 scoreline, pushing the championship decider into extra time.
La Roja controlled the game with 65 percent possession and registered 12 shots, seven of which were on target. Argentina, conversely, adopted a highly defensive posture, failing to launch a single shot throughout the entire 90-minute regulation period. Despite this offensive imbalance, Argentina's disciplined defense, anchored by goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, proved impenetrable.
Martinez was particularly instrumental, making crucial saves throughout the match, including denying Lamine Yamal and Aymeric Laporte. Even as Argentina faced a setback with Enzo Fernandez receiving a second yellow card in injury time, their defensive resolve held firm. The match now proceeds to extra time, with the trophy still undecided.
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Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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