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Spain wins FIFA World Cup after extra time goal
By WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 19, 2026
· 1 min read
A new FIFA World Cup champion has been crowned in New York City. But it took a while for a winner to emerge.Spain ended up winning with a goal from Ferran Torres.Argentina and Spain played to a 0-0 tie in regulation, forcing extra time. After Argentina lost a player to a red card, Spain scored th...
Key takeaway Spain won their second title, the first being in 2010 when the World Cup was held in South Africa.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The FIFA World Cup's presence in Atlanta , with Spain facing Cabo Verde and Saudi Arabia in the city, brought international attention to local stadiums. As Spain celebrates its second World Cup title, Atlanta residents can take pride in having hosted part of the tournament. The city's ability to stage high-profile matches demonstrates its capacity to support large-scale sporting events. With the World Cup's expansion to 48 teams, Atlanta's role in the tournament was more significant than it might have been in previous years. The success of these matches in Atlanta could pave the way for the city to host more major international soccer events in the future, potentially boosting local tourism and economic development. As the city looks to capitalize on the excitement generated by the World Cup, residents can expect to see continued investment in Atlanta's sports infrastructure.
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Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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