Ferran Torres scored the opening goal for Spain in the 2026 World Cup against Argentina in extra time to give La Roja the avantage. Spain has finally broken the deadlock in a highly defensive 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium. Despite dominant spells of possession throughout regulation, La Roja struggled to find a way past a resilient Argentine defensive unit and a heavily active Emiliano Martinez.
The defining breakthrough arrived in the 106th minute, right at the start of the second half of extra time. Spain bypassed Argentina’s defensive lines with a well-targeted long ball over the top. Nico Williams chased it down, making a brilliant run behind the backline before heading a precise pass back toward the center of the box. Ferran Torres anticipated the bounce perfectly, unleashing a powerful half-volley that left Martinez with no chance to save, putting Spain ahead 1-0.
IT’S FERRAN TORRES IN THE FIFA WORLD CUP FINAL 🇪🇸THE ENTIRE SPAIN BENCH GOES TO CELEBRATE WITH HIM! pic.twitter.com/RVRXvnyOXG— FOX Sports (@FOXSports) July 19, 2026
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