Football fans gather across Barbados for World Cup final

Sports

July 19, 2026

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After more than five weeks of football, Spain has emerged as the FIFA World Cup 2026 champion.

The Spaniards defeated Argentina 1-0 in Sunday’s final in New Jersey, USA, to lift the trophy.

When the final whistle blew, jubilant celebrations erupted among Spanish fans inside the stadium and millions more watching around the world.

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