India, July 20 -- Spain are the new FIFA World Cup champions after beating Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The victory gave Spain their biggest football prize and also a record financial reward from FIFA. Argentina missed the chance to defend the title they won in Qatar four years ago but still walked away with a huge runners-up payout.

According to the FIFA Council announcement made in December 2025 under FIFA president Gianni Infantino, the 2026 tournament offered the biggest prize fund in World Cup history, with every team receiving a share based on where they finished.

Spain will receive $ 50 million for winning the FIFA World Cup 2026. It is the biggest winner's prize ever offered ...