Spain wins 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Argentina

Spain won the 2026 FIFA World Cup, held in Canada, Mexico, and the United States, after defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time during the final. England secured third place by defeating France 6-4 in a high-scoring match. Following the tournament, Germany's national team was eliminated in the round of 16 by Paraguay, leading to the dismissal of coach Julian Nagelsmann and the appointment of Jürgen Klopp.

The tournament faced criticism regarding FIFA's decision-making, specifically the implementation of mandatory hydration breaks during every half to facilitate more television advertising. Additionally, the expansion of the tournament was criticized for potentially lowering match quality, and the United States faced scrutiny regarding its treatment of fans, teams, and officials.

Looking ahead to the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League, Spain will begin their campaign as world champions against England at Wembley on September 26. This match follows a compressed international schedule that requires significant player rotation.