The stage was the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Spain had launched wave after wave of attack against Argentina’s goal without finding the breakthrough. In the end, it was a goal from substitute Ferran Torres that brought Spain the title.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente introduced Torres from the bench in the 59th minute of the match, which kicked off at 1:00 a.m. Bangladesh time on Sunday. The scheduled 90 minutes ended in a goalless draw, sending the final into extra time.
Then came the most decisive moment of the match — the 106th minute. Torres put Spain ahead with a brilliant first-time finish, and his goal ultimately settled the destiny of the 2026 World Cup.
Spain were crowned world champions for the second time since their triumph in 2010. Torres was named the FIFA Man of the Match in recognition of his match-winning contribution. The goal carried a particularly poetic quality — Torres had long been a target of mockery from fans and critics alike for his tendency to miss clear-cut chances, earning him the satirical nickname “Lord” among Spanish football supporters. Yet on the grandest stage in world football, when it mattered most, Torres delivered the goal that won Spain the World Cup.
