Spain world champions after 1–0 win over Argentina

World champions

Spain are world champions. Ferran Torres scored the only goal and Spain beat Argentina 1–0 in the World Cup final on Sunday (1) (2) (3). Two million people lined the streets of Madrid for the parade (3) (6). Rodri led the chants, a "¡Viva el Rey!" and a "¡Viva España!" ringing out (8). Laporte gave a nod to his French roots during the celebrations (7). The trophy lift photo says it all (4).

Lamine Yamal trolled Paredes

Lamine Yamal did not let the final scuffles slide. During the parade he held up a sign aimed at Argentina's Paredes, referencing the fight with Gavi, with the words "Event of the year" (10) (11). Yamal had already called it that himself (10).

What comes next

The question now is how long this lasts. Spain have eliminated France from four straight major tournaments, won the Euros, the Olympics, the Nations League, and now the World Cup (12). RMC asked it plainly: are we watching the start of a long Spanish reign? (12).

Fan reactions

Spanish fans are bathing in it. The trophy lift photo is everywhere and the squad celebrations with Ferran Torres have been shared relentlessly (Reddit). Meanwhile Argentina supporters are grumbling about the refereeing, and a clip of Messi watching his teammates fight Spain after the final whistle is making the rounds too. See the trophy lift photo.