Spain Wins 2026 World Cup, Earns Second Star on Jersey

Spain has won the 2026 FIFA World Cup, defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in extra time on Sunday. The victory marks Spain's second World Cup title, adding a second star above their national team crest for the first time since 2010. The match was tightly contested, with neither team able to score in regular time. In extra time, Spain managed to find the net, securing the win against a strong Argentine side that had won the previous World Cup. For Spain, this triumph ends a 16-year wait for another World Cup. Their first title came in 2010, when they beat the Netherlands in South Africa. That team was known for its tiki-taka style of play, but the current squad has shown a more balanced approach. Adding a star to a national team jersey is a tradition in football, with each star representing a World Cup victory. Spain now joins an elite group of nations with multiple World Cup wins, including Brazil, Germany, Italy, Argentina, France, and Uruguay. The win also highlights Spain's continued success in international football, having won the European Championship in 2008, 2012, and 2024, as well as the UEFA Nations League in 2023. Fans across Spain celebrated the victory, with many taking to the streets to honor the team. The Spanish federation confirmed that the new star will be added to the official jersey for future matches.