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The 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, was always going to be historic — the first edition of the tournament to be staged across three nations. By the time Spain lifted the trophy at MetLife Stadium, it had delivered on every promise and then some.
Tournament Highlights
Luis de la Fuente's Spain entered the tournament as European champions and left as world champions. Their journey was defined by tactical discipline, the emergence of teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, and the decisive impact of super-sub Ferran Torres. Argentina, led by a 39-year-old Messi, fought valiantly but fell just short in extra time.
The Biggest Stories
- Spain's second World Cup title, 16 years after 2010
- Lamine Yamal's breakout tournament at age 19
- Messi's emotional farewell on the world stage
- First three-nation World Cup in history
- Record attendance figures across all host cities
Frequently Asked Questions
Spain won the 2026 World Cup, defeating Argentina 1-0 in the final at MetLife Stadium with a 106th-minute goal from Ferran Torres.
The 2026 World Cup was co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico — the first time three nations have jointly hosted the tournament.
Standout players included Spain's Lamine Yamal (19), Ferran Torres, and Rodri; Argentina's Lionel Messi; England's Jude Bellingham; and France's Kylian Mbappé.
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