New Delhi, July 20 -- The 2026 FIFA World Cup came to a close on Sunday as Spain lifted the coveted trophy for the second time, defeating Lionel Messi's Argentina 1-0 after extra time at the New York/New Jersey Stadium.

After a goalless 90 minutes, the final went into extra time, where Ferran Torres broke the deadlock in the 106th minute. His strike proved decisive, handing Spain their second FIFA World Cup title.

It was heartbreak for Lionel Messi, who had guided Argentina to their third World Cup triumph in Qatar in 2022 but fell short of adding another title to his illustrious career.

Beyond the football, the 2026 FIFA World Cup was marked by several controversies, ranging from a red card issued to United States striker Folarin Balo...