TL;DR
The 2026 FIFA World Cup (final July 20, hosted by USA/Canada/Mexico) is complete: Spain beat defending champions Argentina 1–0 in extra time for their second title (first since 2010); England finished third; Rodri won the Golden Ball and Mbappé the Golden Boot. It was the first 48-team, three-nation World Cup. This page is a historical archive, not real-time news.
Final standings
| Place | Team | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Champions | Spain | 1–0 Argentina AET (Ferran Torres) |
| Runners-up | Argentina | 0–1 Spain (Martínez made 11 saves) |
| Third | England | Won the third-place match |
Awards
| Award | Winner |
|---|---|
| Golden Ball | Rodri (Spain) |
| Golden Boot | Mbappé (France) |
Key context
- Format: first expansion to 48 teams, co-hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico;
- Spain: second title after 2010, a new championship cycle after the 2008–2012 golden generation;
- Argentina: failed to defend, reaching consecutive finals (champions 2022, runners-up 2026).
FAQ
What was the 2026 World Cup final score?
Spain beat Argentina 1–0 in extra time; Ferran Torres scored the only goal.
Where was the 2026 World Cup held?
Across the USA, Canada, and Mexico — the first three-nation, 48-team World Cup.
Who won the Golden Ball and Golden Boot?
Golden Ball (best player): Rodri (Spain). Golden Boot (top scorer): Mbappé (France).
Sources
- People's Daily / Guangming Daily / Workercn (2026-07-20/21), rechecked 2026-08-04
- FIFA official event pages, accessed 2026-08-04