FINAL RESULT: Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium on July 19, 2026. Goals: Ferran Torres 106'. Spain are world champions. The full list of every World Cup winner since 1930 is below.
Nobody has won the 2026 World Cup yet. The final is Sunday, July 19, 2026, when Spain face Argentina at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The winner will be the champion of the first 48-team World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico — and this page updates with the result as soon as it's decided. Here's the final, what's at stake, and every World Cup winner in history.
The 2026 World Cup Final: Spain vs Argentina
- Date: Sunday, July 19, 2026
- Venue: MetLife Stadium (82,500 capacity), East Rutherford, NJ
- Argentina's path: beat England in the semifinal after a late rally, with Messi rated 9/10
- Spain's path: beat France 2-0 in the semifinal, shutting down Kylian Mbappé
- Halftime show: a first for a World Cup final — see our full halftime lineup
For kickoff time, how to watch in the US, and the full build-up, read our complete World Cup final guide.
What's at Stake
For Argentina: a fourth World Cup star, back-to-back titles as defending champions, and the perfect ending for Lionel Messi's likely final World Cup. He has said this is his last.
For Spain: a second title, 16 years after their 2010 triumph, and confirmation of a golden generation that arrived at this tournament unbeaten and defensively unbreakable.
Every World Cup Winner (1930–2026)
The full list of champions — the answer to "who won the World Cup in [year]":
| Year | Winner | Runner-up | Host |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | TBD — July 19 | Spain or Argentina | USA/Canada/Mexico |
| 2022 | Argentina | France | Qatar |
| 2018 | France | Croatia | Russia |
| 2014 | Germany | Argentina | Brazil |
| 2010 | Spain | Netherlands | South Africa |
| 2006 | Italy | France | Germany |
| 2002 | Brazil | Germany | Korea/Japan |
| 1998 | France | Brazil | France |
| 1994 | Brazil | Italy | USA |
| 1990 | West Germany | Argentina | Italy |
| 1986 | Argentina | West Germany | Mexico |
| 1982 | Italy | West Germany | Spain |
| 1978 | Argentina | Netherlands | Argentina |
| 1974 | West Germany | Netherlands | West Germany |
| 1970 | Brazil | Italy | Mexico |
| 1966 | England | West Germany | England |
| 1962 | Brazil | Czechoslovakia | Chile |
| 1958 | Brazil | Sweden | Sweden |
| 1954 | West Germany | Hungary | Switzerland |
| 1950 | Uruguay | Brazil | Brazil |
| 1938 | Italy | Hungary | France |
| 1934 | Italy | Czechoslovakia | Italy |
| 1930 | Uruguay | Argentina | Uruguay |
No tournaments were held in 1942 and 1946 due to World War II.
Which Country Has Won the Most World Cups?
- Brazil — 5 (1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002)
- Germany/West Germany — 4 (1954, 1974, 1990, 2014)
- Italy — 4 (1934, 1938, 1982, 2006)
- Argentina — 3 (1978, 1986, 2022) — can make it 4 on Sunday
- Uruguay — 2 (1930, 1950) · France — 2 (1998, 2018)
- England — 1 (1966) · Spain — 1 (2010) — can make it 2 on Sunday
A win would move Argentina level with Italy and Germany on four. Spain would join the two-time club with Uruguay and France.
Who Wins the Golden Boot?
The other trophy still up for grabs: Mbappé finished the semifinals on eight goals but France are out, so Messi has the final to catch him. Track it on our Golden Boot tracker.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who won the World Cup 2026?
It hasn't been decided yet — the final is Sunday, July 19, 2026: Spain vs Argentina at MetLife Stadium. This page carries the result the moment it's known.
Who won the 2022 World Cup?
Argentina, beating France on penalties after a 3-3 draw in Qatar — Messi's first World Cup title and Argentina's third.
Which country has won the most World Cups?
Brazil, with five titles. Germany and Italy have four each; Argentina has three and can make it four in 2026.
Has Spain ever won the World Cup?
Yes — once, in 2010, beating the Netherlands 1-0 after extra time through Andres Iniesta's goal. A 2026 win would be their second.
