Lionel Messi, Lamine Yamal share emotional hug after Spain's World Cup triumph

Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, with substitute Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute.

Lionel Messi and Spain youngster Lamine Yamal shared an emotional hug after the match, recalling their connection from a 2007 UNICEF photoshoot.

At 39, Messi became only the second footballer to play in three FIFA World Cup finals; 19-year-old Yamal won the World Cup in his first final appearance.

Argentina played with 10 men after Enzo Fernandez was sent off in the 93rd minute; Spain had 20 shots while Argentina had none.

Torres said the winning goal 'was scored by 47 million people' and reflected on overcoming criticism during the tournament.