NEW YORK: Spain received a record $50 million in prize money after defeating defending champion Argentina 1-0 to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, securing its second world title and first since 2010.
The final remained scoreless through regulation time and the first half of extra time before Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal early in the second period of extra time, ending Spain’s 16-year wait for another World Cup crown.
Runner-up Argentina earned $33 million, while England, which finished third, received $29 million. France, the fourth-place finisher, was awarded $27 million.
According to FIFA, a total of $655 million in prize money was distributed during the 2026 World Cup, a significant increase from the $440 million awarded at the 2022 tournament.
Spain’s championship prize of $50 million also exceeded the $42 million awarded to the 2022 World Cup winner, reflecting FIFA’s expanded financial rewards for the 2026 competition.
Spain sets historic defensive record in FIFA World Cup triumph
Spain etched its name into FIFA World Cup history by becoming the first team to win the tournament after conceding just one goal throughout the competition.
Spain secured its second World Cup title with a 1-0 victory over defending champion Argentina in the final at New Jersey Stadium in New York. The match remained scoreless until Ferran Torres netted the winning goal in the second half of extra time.
The victory completed a remarkable defensive campaign, with Spain allowing only one goal in eight matches, a feat unmatched in World Cup history.
No team managed to take the lead against Spain during the tournament, underscoring the squad’s defensive dominance as it captured its first World Cup title since 2010.
