Spain Beats Argentina 1-0 to Win 2026 World Cup as Messi's International Career Nears an End

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Substitute Ferran Torres struck early in extra time to give Spain a 1-0 win over Argentina in Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, delivering the country's second World Cup title. Spain didn't allow a single shot on target all match, capping a tournament in which they conceded just one goal across eight games. Lionel Messi, who had said this would be his last World Cup, was visibly emotional on the sideline as Argentina's bid to defend its title fell short.