WORLD CUP DAILY: Ferran the man as Spain become world champions and Argentina's reign ends
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Phil Egan discusses Spain's victory over Argentina in the World Cup final, highlighting key players and moments from the match.
Phil Egan brings you Monday’s World Cup Daily as Spain are crowned world champions after a 1-0 extra-time win over Argentina in New Jersey, with Ferran Torres striking late to seal a second World Cup title. Hear reaction from Luis de la Fuente and Marc Cucurella as Spain’s control, defending and clean-sheet record define the tournament — plus the milestones for teenage stars Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsí, and a record-setting run for Unai Simón. There’s also the Messi angle as Argentina fall short and tempers flare, Andy Townsend on a team built around their “Lord and Saviour”, and a look at the spectacle off the pitch, LOI/FAI Cup updates, and major Premier League transfer news. World Cup Daily on Off The Ball, brought to you by Lynx, “A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026“. Smell Your Best When You Look Your Worst Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join.
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