Spain crowned world champions after beating Argentina 1-0
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21 hours ago|Spain crowned world champions for the second time in its history defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in a breathless, exhausting extra-time showdown at the New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium).
Substitute Ferran Torres became the immortal hero for La Roja, scoring the definitive winner in the 106th minute to deny Lionel Messi a defense of his global crown and solidify Spain's status as a double world powerhouse.
With this victory, Spain makes history as the first nation to simultaneously hold both the men's and women's FIFA World Cup trophies.
