New Delhi: Spain substitute Ferran Torres has his name engraved on it fifa world cup He made history when he scored the winning goal in the 106th minute of the 2026 World Cup final at New York-New Jersey Stadium on Sunday. With this goal, Torres became the second player to score the winning goal as a substitute in a World Cup final, tying Germany’s Mario Götze, who also achieved this feat against Argentina in the 2014 final. In the 62nd minute, Torres came off the bench and played a decisive role. Spain defeated the defending champion Argentina 1-0 after overtime and won the World Cup for the second time. In 2010, Spain won the World Cup for the first time.
Spain dominate but struggle to find breakthrough
Spain controlled the game for long periods of time in the final, taking most of the possession and creating multiple chances. They move on, with Argentina leading the way Lionel MessiFacing constant pressure and defending tenaciously, the game was eventually dragged into overtime.Spain had created more chances as extra time began but could not beat Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez.
Torres scores the winning goal
The breakthrough finally came in the 106th minute. Nico Williams kept the long ball alive when he headed the ball into the center of the box, with Torres quickest to react. The Spanish striker’s left-footed shot sailed off the underside of the crossbar and into the net, leaving Martinez with no chance.This is the Spanish team’s 20th shot of the game and Torres’ first goal of the tournament. His goal proved enough to secure Spain a famous 1-0 victory and a second World Cup title.Spain easily defended their title, ending Argentina’s reign as world champions and lifting football’s most important trophy for a second time.
