Spain beats Argentina 1-0 to win second World Cup title

16 years after Fernando Torres lifted the trophy, Ferran delivered Spain's decisive goal

Substitute Ferran Torres scored in the second period of extra-time as Spain finally broke down 10-man Argentina to win 1-0 at the MetLife Stadium.

While the plaza frequently doubles as a tournament-screening venue, the fact that Spain were playing one of their former imperial territories under the watchful eye of Columbus added a certain undeniable piquancy.

The victory earned Spain its first World Cup title since 2010 and completed an extraordinary run in which La Roja conceded just one goal in eight matches, the fewest ever allowed by a World Cup-winning team.