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Spain Secures Second World Cup Title with Extra-Time Victory Over Argentina

Baghdad: Spain triumphed in the 2016 FIFA World Cup, defeating Argentina 1-0 in a closely contested match. The final took place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, part of the tournament held across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. According to National Iraqi News Agency, the decisive moment came in the 106th minute of the match when Ferran Torres scored the only goal. The teams had battled to a goalless draw in regular time, necessitating extra time to determine the winner. This victory marks Spain's second World Cup title, their first being in the 2010 tournament held in South Africa.