FIFA World Cup 2026 Concluded; Spain Lifted Trophy in July
With the tournament having wrapped up in July, Spain secured their second World Cup title by defeating Argentina 1-0 in the final.
The story
The FIFA World Cup 2026, which captivated fans from June 11 to July 19, has officially concluded. Spain emerged victorious, claiming their second World Cup title after a hard-fought final against Argentina.
The decisive match, held on July 19 at New York New Jersey Stadium, saw Spain triumph 1-0 in extra time. Substitute Ferran Torres netted the winning goal in the 106th minute, securing the trophy for Luis de la Fuente's side.
Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, were unable to find an equalizer, with goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez making several key saves before Torres' breakthrough. The tournament saw 48 teams compete across 104 matches, culminating in Spain's memorable victory.
Where it stands
The FIFA World Cup 2026 concluded on July 19, 2026, with Spain crowned champions after defeating Argentina 1-0 in the final. This marks Spain's second World Cup title.
Argentina finished as runners-up. The tournament's knockout stage featured 32 teams, including the top two from each of the twelve groups and the best eight third-place finishers. The group stage concluded in late June, with teams like Mexico, Brazil, USA, Netherlands, France, and England topping their respective groups.
Off the pitch
| Player | From | To | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jude Bellingham | Real Madrid | Real Madrid | Contract extension |
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