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New York, July 20, 2026, SPA -- Spain claimed its second FIFA World Cup title after defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time in the final at New York New Jersey Stadium. The victory marked Spain's first World Cup triumph since lifting the trophy in South Africa in 2010. The final was attended by several world leaders, including US President Donald Trump, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who took part in the medal and trophy presentation ceremony. Spain also swept the tournament's top individual honors. Midfielder Rodri won the Golden Ball as the competition's best player, goalkeeper Unai Simón received the Golden Glove award, and defender Pau Cubarsí was named Best Young Player, underscoring Spain's dominance throughout the tournament, the largest edition in FIFA World Cup history, featuring 48 teams.
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