FIFA World Cup 2026: Spanish Royal Family congratulates La Roja on WC triumph
New Jersey, July 20
The Spanish Royal Family congratulated the national football team after Spain defeated Argentina to win the FIFA World Cup 2026 title, hailing the players' effort, sacrifice and commitment throughout their successful campaign.
In a post on X, the official account of the Spanish Royal Family praised the team for overcoming every challenge and bringing glory to the country.
"@SEFutbol, you are world champions! This star is the reward for a path as long as it has been demanding, traveled with effort, sacrifice, perseverance, and exemplary commitment in every match. You have faced each challenge with the conviction of a great team and have carried the name of Spain to the very top," the post read.
Congratulating the players, coaching staff and supporters, the Royal Family said the triumph would be remembered for years to come.
"Congratulations to the players, the coaching staff, and all the fans. Today we celebrate a title; tomorrow we will remember a legend," the post added.
Spain clinched their second World Cup title with a 1-0 victory over defending champions Argentina after extra time in the final at MetLife Stadium. Substitute Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute to seal the title.
Under De la Fuente, Spain completed a remarkable campaign built on defensive solidity and disciplined performances, conceding only once in eight matches on their way to lifting football's biggest prize.
The triumph also saw Spain add the FIFA World Cup crown to their UEFA Euro 2024 title, marking another major achievement under De la Fuente's leadership.
Coming to the contest, Spain defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win their second FIFA World Cup title, with substitute Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute after a headed assist from Nico Williams.
Despite making 12 saves, Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez could not prevent Torres' strike. Spain dominated possession and created most of the chances, while Argentina failed to register a single attempt during normal time and were reduced to 10 men after Enzo Fernandez was sent off for a second yellow card late in regulation.
Spain's victory completed an unbeaten World Cup campaign and added the 2026 world title to their UEFA Euro 2024 triumph.
During the clash, Spain's Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsi, both aged 19, became the fourth and fifth teenagers to feature in a FIFA World Cup final. They joined Brazil's Pele (17 in 1958), Italy's Giuseppe Bergomi (18 in 1982), and France's Kylian Mbappe (19 in 2018), with all five ending up on the winning side.
Argentina captain Lionel Messi also set a new record by becoming the oldest outfield player to appear in a FIFA World Cup final at 39 years and 25 days, surpassing Sweden's Gunnar Gren, who was 37 years and 241 days old when he played against Brazil in the 1958 final.
The 2026 final also marked Messi's third appearance in a FIFA World Cup final, having previously featured in the 2014 and 2022 editions. He became only the second player to reach that milestone after Brazil legend Cafu, who played in the finals of 1994, 1998 and 2002.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Honestly, as a neutral fan, I was rooting for Argentina since they're the defending champions and Messi's last dance at 39! But Spain just outclassed them. Martinez made 12 saves and still lost—that tells you how dominant Spain was. India should take notes on their defensive discipline. Hard luck for Messi though, setting a record for oldest outfield player in a final. 🙏
Great win for Spain but let's be real—Argentina had a man sent off and still nearly took it to penalties. Martinez is arguably the best goalkeeper in the world right now. Also, Messi at 39 playing his third final? Absolute legend. That said, Spain deserved it for their teamwork. Congratulations to La Roja! 👏👏
As an Indian who follows European football, I'm thrilled to see Spain's tiki-taka spirit back! They've been through ups and downs since 2010, but this squad with young talents like Yamal and Cubarsi is just brilliant. Ferran Torres coming off the bench to score the winner—shows the depth they have. Hope India can learn from their footballing culture. 🇮🇳⚽
I get that Spain won, but the final was a bit dull for neutrals, wasn't it? Argentina didn't register a single shot in normal time! That's just poor. The Spanish royal family's message feels hyperbolic—'we will remember a legend'—for a team that was good but not legendary. Still, congratulations to Spain, and kudos to the Indian fans tuning in. 🇪🇸
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