Spain Claims Historic World Cup Title | Lexington News

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 20, 2026 · 1m

Spain shocks the world by lifting the World Cup with a gritty 1-0 extra-time win over Argentina, thanks to Ferran Torres’ stunning goal — their second title ever and first since 2010. Playing down a man for much of the final, Argentina’s defense held valiantly behind 12 saves from their keeper, but Spain’s flawless defense — allowing just one goal in eight matches — proved unbreakable. With this win, Spain becomes the first nation to hold both men’s and women’s World Cups, celebrating a historic double. Messi’s quest for a second title ends in heartbreak, marking what many believe is his…