How Spain beat Lionel Messi’s Argentina in extra time to win World Cup for second time

Spain defeated Lionel Messi’s Argentina in extra time to win the 2026 World Cup. Substitute Ferran Torres struck in the second half of extra time to secure Spain’s second World Cup after a disappointing Argentina were reduced to 10 men.
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Comparing Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi’s stats in 2026 so far: Goals, assists, penalties

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World Cup Golden Boot Explained: What Happens If Lionel Messi & Kylian Mbappé Finish Tied on Goals?

Lionel Messi still has a chance to go past Kylian Mbappe in the goal charts.

How many World Cup goals has Messi scored? Breaking down career goals

How many goals has Messi scored all-time at the World Cup, including just at the 2026 edition of the tournament? Here's what to know.

Lionel Messi scores his eighth goal of this year's World Cup, takes lead in Golden Boot race

ATLANTA (AP) — Lionel Messi scored his eighth goal of this year's World Cup on Tuesday against Egypt, extending his scoring streak to nine consecutive games for Argentina and moving to the top of a tight Golden Boot race.

FIFA investigates Argentina players confronting Spain’s on-field World Cup celebrations

FIFA has opened an investigation after Spain’s celebrations on beating Argentina in the World Cup final took an ugly turn when players briefly clashed on the field

Kylian Mbappé passes Lionel Messi's record with two World Cup goals against England

Kylian Mbappé is unbelievable. The France star scored a pair of second half goals to take over the all-time World Cup lead.