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.

Lionel Messi left MetLife Stadium with tears in his eyes and uncertainty surrounding his international future after Spain ended Argentina’s bid to defend the FIFA World Cup with a hard-fought 1-0 victory in Sunday’s final.

Lionel Messi added another landmark to his extraordinary career on Sunday by becoming the oldest outfield player ever to appear in a World Cup final.The Argentina captain, aged 39, started against

Argentina Football Association president Claudio Tapia paid a glowing tribute to captain Lionel Messi for his outstanding contribution to the national team.

Spain’s smothering defense stifled Messi-led, defending-champion Argentina and keyed a 1-0 victory in extra time to clinch the World Cup crown.

Discover the true story behind Lionel Messi's full name and how American music legend Lionel Richie inspired one of soccer's most famous names.

Lionel Messi showed his desperation by trying to get Marc Cucurella sent off for covering his mouth during the World Cup final. The Argentina captain hoped to even the scores against Spain seconds

Messi and his wife Antonela Roccuzzo have three sons, Thiago, Mateo and Ciro.