India, July 20 -- Spain's World Cup triumph produced contrasting scenes at the New York New Jersey Stadium: Rodri and his teammates celebrated a second global title while Lionel Messi struggled to contain his emotions after what could prove to be his final appearance on the tournament's greatest stage.

Argentina's attempt to retain the trophy ended in a 1-0 extra-time defeat on Sunday, with substitute Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute. Lionel Scaloni's side had already been reduced to 10 men following Enzo Fernandez's dismissal and could not find a response before the final whistle.

Messi was visibly devastated as Spain's celebrations began around him. The 39-year-old had been attempting to become the first cap...