Spain wins 2026 World Cup, ending Messi and Ronaldo era
Spain won the 2026 World Cup on Monday, closing the era of Messi, Ronaldo, and Neymar as football's dominant stars. Ferran Torres scored the winning goal as the legends bowed out largely empty-handed. Barcelona's 19-year-old Gavi emerged as a generational talent, anchoring Spain's attack while young players like Pau Cubarsí and Mexico's Gilberto Mora signal football's next decade.
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Published 20 Jul 2026, 06:29 UTC · Updated 20 Jul 2026, 07:50 UTC
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