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Spain beat Argentina to win second World Cup title - BBC Sport

Spain defeated Argentina in a captivating World Cup final, marking their second championship win. The match highlighted Spain's tactical prowess and determination.

Spain triumphed over Argentina in extra time to secure their second World Cup title in New Jersey, overcoming the challenge posed by the defending champions, who finished the match with ten players.

Decisive Moment

Ferran Torres, playing for Barcelona, emerged as the standout player in a final that was marked by numerous interruptions and a lack of fluidity. Spain dominated possession and created the most significant chances throughout the match, while Argentina largely focused on defensive tactics. The situation worsened for Argentina when Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez received a red card just before the start of extra time, leaving them a man down.

Heroic Goal

In the 106th minute, Torres capitalized on a header from substitute Nico Williams, striking a powerful shot past Emiliano Martinez, the goalkeeper for both Argentina and Aston Villa. This goal proved to be the decisive factor in Spain's victory.

With this win, seven players from the Premier League will return to their clubs for the upcoming 2026-27 season, having achieved the pinnacle of success in international football.

Source: bbc.com