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2026 FIFA World Cup

Spain's persistence pays off to win 2026 World Cup as Messi, Argentina exit quietly

So that's it! The 2026 World Cup is over and Spain have been crowned champions. Here's how they won it, how Argentina lost it, and everything in between.

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In a tournament dominated by superstars, Spain's team ethos won the World Cup

Madrid erupts at full time as Spain crowned World Cup champions

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Scenes in Spain as Ferran Torres scores extra-time opener in World Cup final

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Burley disgusted by Argentina's World Cup final performance

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Steve McManaman calls out Argentina's 'cheating' after World Cup loss

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Argentina's Scaloni exits news conference in tears: 'It hurts my soul'

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The 'ESPN FC' crew debates Rodri vs. Messi for World Cup's best player

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Player ratings: Lionel Messi 3/10 as Spain beat Argentina in World Cup final

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Lendeborg, Warriors celebrate summer league championship

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Jordin Canada scores at the buzzer to win it for the Dream

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Paige Bueckers heads to the locker room after collision with Nneka Ogwumike

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