Spain's 2026 World Cup win drives lottery demand and new book release

Following Spain's victory in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Argentina on July 19, 2026, the date has become a highly sought-after number for the Spanish Christmas Lottery. The number 19726, which commemorates the victory, is nearly sold out across Spain, with the exception of a small stock held by the Club Waterpolo Motril in Granada. The club's president, Gerardo Romano, reported being overwhelmed by national requests for the number, which has gone viral due to the team's second world title.

In conjunction with the sporting milestone, the publisher Sevilla Press has released a new book titled ‘España bicampeona del Mundo. De cómo la selección española consiguió la segunda estrella’. The publication analyzes the historic achievement, detailing the leadership of Luis de la Fuente and the winning goal scored by Ferran Torres in extra time at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The book features contributions from various journalists and sports figures to document the event.