Beyond Spain's win: the moments that defined the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Morocco also underlined Africa's growing strength by reaching another World Cup quarter-final, proving that their historic 2022 campaign was no one-off.
Spain's triumph, Messi's farewell, the rise of new football nations and the off-field controversies combined to make this one of the most talked-about World Cups in recent history.
Spain return to the summit Spain claimed their second men's World Cup title after defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final.
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