A goal from Ferran Torres in the 106th minute of extra time gave Spain their second World title, 16 years after the historic victory in South Africa.
The Spanish national team once again wrote a golden page in their history by becoming world champions for the second time. The team led by Luis de la Fuente defeated Argentina 1-0 in a final held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, with a goal from Ferran Torres in the 106th minute of extra time.
A battle of equals
The match began with Spain dominating possession, as is customary, but Argentina showed solid defence. Lionel Messi, in his farewell to the World Cups, led the Albiceleste, who held the draw for the full 90 minutes thanks to their goalkeeper's interventions.
The key moment came in extra time, when Argentina was reduced to ten after Enzo Fernández was sent off. Spain took advantage of the numerical superiority to apply even more pressure. After a disallowed goal by Nico Williams, Ferran Torres found space in the area and beat the Argentine goalkeeper to unleash madness.
“Ferran Torres' goal, in the 106th minute of extra time, decided a match that is now part of the history of Spanish sport,” sources from the Royal Spanish Football Federation highlighted.
The final minutes were a test of Spanish resilience. Argentina sought the equaliser with more heart than football, but the defence led by Rodri and company kept the score intact. The final whistle triggered a pitch invasion by the Spanish bench.
Celebrations in Lanzarote and throughout the Canary Islands
In Lanzarote, the victory was experienced as a true collective celebration. Thousands of fans followed the match on giant screens set up in the seven municipalities and in the main tourist areas of the island. Bars, squares, and public spaces were completely packed.
The goal by Ferran Torres caused an explosion of joy. Dozens of vehicles drove around the island honking their horns, while balconies filled with red and yellow flags. The sound of fireworks echoed for several minutes in numerous locations across the island, reminiscent of the celebration of the 2010 title.
In the rest of the Canary Islands, the celebration was equally intense. In Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, the area around Las Canteras beach became a hotbed of fans, and in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Plaza de España was the epicentre of the festivities. The Canary community, with a strong football tradition, rallied behind the national team.
A dream generation
This World Cup confirms the extraordinary generation led by Luis de la Fuente. In just three years, Spain has linked the Nations League, the European Championship, and now the World Cup. A team led by young talents such as Lamine Yamal, Pedri, Nico Williams, and Ferran Torres himself, which places Spain back at the top of world football.
The second star on the badge arrives 16 years after the unforgettable title in Johannesburg. For Canary fans, this historic night will be etched in collective memory, just like that of 2010, but with the flavour of a new generation that has restored hope.
The celebrations will continue in the coming days, with the team's arrival in Spain and the planned reception in Madrid. Canary fans who could not travel to New York are already planning how to follow the events from the islands.
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