Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleArgentina suffered a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the World Cup final, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal after Enzo Fernandez received a red card just before extra time, leaving Argentina unable to register a single shot on target. Argentina's coach, Lionel Scaloni, expressed deep sadness and tearfully cast doubt over his future, stating he needed time to consider if he could achieve such success again after leading his team to the final. Captain Lionel Messi, aged 39, was visibly emotional after the match, with Scaloni hailing him as the greatest footballer ever and implying this was likely his final appearance on the global stage. Scaloni praised his team for their effort and for reaching another World Cup final, acknowledging Spain were the better side on the day despite his team's resilience throughout the tournament. Spain celebrated becoming the first nation to simultaneously hold both the men's and women's World Cup titles, with coach Luis de la Fuente commending his team's exceptional talent and unity. In fullTearful Argentina manager casts doubt over Lionel Messi’s future after World Cup final defeatMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

Spain defeated Argentina in the World Cup final, with Lionel Messi unable to lead his team to a successful title defence after Ferran Torres' goal at MetLife Stadium

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Argentine fans were left in tears as Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final, bringing an agonizing end to Lionel Messi's final tournament.

Lionel Scaloni wept post-match, praising his players' effort and grace.

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