Spain Wins the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final: Spain 1–0 Argentina

Spain are world champions once again.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final ended with Spain defeating Argentina 1–0 after extra time at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026. After 90 goalless minutes, substitute Ferran Torres finally broke the deadlock in the 106th minute to give Spain their second World Cup title.

For Argentina, it brought their defence of the trophy to an end. For Spain, it completed an extraordinary tournament and added another World Cup to the one they won in 2010. FIFA

Here in Bali, the Final kicked off at 3:00 AM WITA on Monday, July 20, turning it into a very late night — or very early morning — for football fans watching from Ubud.

Spain vs Argentina: 2026 World Cup Final Result

Final score: Spain 1–0 Argentina (after extra time)

The scoreline doesn't quite show how much pressure Spain applied throughout the Final.

Spain controlled much of the match and repeatedly tested Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, but the defending champions managed to keep the game scoreless throughout normal time.

Argentina's task became even more difficult late in the second half when Enzo Fernández received a second yellow card, reducing Argentina to ten players heading into extra time. Still, Spain couldn't find the breakthrough immediately. Then came the decisive moment.

Ferran Torres Scores the World Cup-Winning Goal

In the 106th minute, Spain finally found a way through.

Pedro Porro delivered the ball towards the far post, Nico Williams headed it back across the area, and Ferran Torres finished first time into the roof of the net.

Spain 1–0 Argentina.

It proved to be the only goal of the Final. Argentina battled through the remainder of extra time, but Spain held on to become world champions for the second time in their history. Torres, who had come off the bench, was later named the official Player of the Match. FIFA

Spain's Road to Becoming 2026 World Champions

Spain's path to the trophy wasn't completely straightforward. Their tournament began with a surprising 0–0 draw against World Cup debutants Cape Verde. From there, however, Spain grew into the competition and eventually reached the knockout stages before putting together the run that carried them all the way to the Final.

One of the biggest matches of their knockout campaign came against Portugal in the Round of 16, where Spain won 1–0 with a stoppage-time goal from Mikel Merino. By the time Spain reached the Final against Argentina, the tournament had brought together the reigning European and South American champions — and two teams that had reached the biggest match in football without losing along the way. Spain ultimately finished the job in New York New Jersey.

A Second FIFA World Cup for Spain

The victory gave Spain their second men's FIFA World Cup title. Their first came in 2010, when Andrés Iniesta scored in extra time to defeat the Netherlands 1–0 in South Africa.

Sixteen years later, Spain remarkably won their second World Cup Final by the exact same scoreline — 1–0 after extra time.

This time, Ferran Torres was the player responsible for the defining goal. Inside FIFA

Spain's victory also completed another historic achievement: the country became the first nation to simultaneously hold FIFA's flagship men's and women's world titles. Inside FIFA

The End of Argentina's Title Defence

Argentina arrived at the 2026 World Cup as defending champions after lifting the trophy in Qatar in 2022.

They made it all the way back to the Final, giving Lionel Messi the opportunity to play in a third World Cup Final after 2014 and 2022. But Spain prevented Argentina from winning consecutive titles.

The 2026 Final became Messi's 34th World Cup appearance, extending his record for the most appearances in the history of the men's competition. Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez also played a huge role in keeping the Final alive, producing a series of saves as Spain pushed for a breakthrough. Eventually, however, Torres' 106th-minute strike proved to be one save too many.

How Ubud Watched the 2026 World Cup Final

The Final kicked off at 3:00 AM WITA on Monday, July 20.

The Melting Pot Saloon stayed open through the early hours specifically for the match, showing Spain versus Argentina across the venue’s screens with sound and commentary.

In Ubud, the crowd was firmly behind Spain. Around 90% of the supporters at The Melting Pot were cheering for the Spanish side, and the room erupted when Ferran Torres scored the only goal of the Final.

There were cheers for a disallowed goal too, followed by disappointment when it didn’t count. Enzo Fernández’s red card also drew a loud reaction from the Spain-heavy crowd as Argentina were reduced to ten players.

By the final whistle, the early start and extra time had turned into a long morning of football—and a celebration for most of the fans watching with us.

More Than 100 Matches Across Three Countries

The 2026 tournament was the largest FIFA World Cup ever staged.

For the first time, the competition featured 48 teams and 104 matches, with games held across Canada, Mexico and the United States. After six weeks of football, it came down to Spain and Argentina. And after 120 minutes in the Final, Spain were the team lifting the trophy.

2026 FIFA World Cup Final at a Glance

Result: Spain 1–0 Argentina after extra time

Date: July 19, 2026 in New York New Jersey / July 20 in Bali

Venue: New York New Jersey Stadium

Winning goal: Ferran Torres, 106th minute

Player of the Match: Ferran Torres

Key moment: Enzo Fernández was sent off after receiving a second yellow card late in normal time

Champions: Spain

Spain's World Cup titles: 2 — 2010 and 2026

What’s Next for World Cup Fans in Bali?

For information about the next tournament, explore our World Cup in Bali guide. Confirmed Bali kickoff times, Indonesian viewing options and Ubud screenings will be added there as the tournament approaches.

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