Spanish forward Ferran Torres has etched his name in golden letters in World Cup history, becoming the second substitute to score the winning goal in the final match, thanks to his decisive strike that secured Spain the title at the 2026 World Cup.
Fernando Torres' goal during extra time led the Spanish national team to claim the World Cup title, placing him alongside Germany's Mario Götze, who achieved the same feat in the 2014 World Cup final.
Mario Götze remains the first substitute to score the decisive goal in a World Cup final, having netted the winner for Germany against Argentina in the 2014 Brazil final. Twelve years later, Ferran Torres replicated the same scenario, this time also against the 'Tango Dancers'.
With this achievement, Ferran Torres has joined an exceptional list in World Cup history, having played the role of the "golden substitute" and led Spain to the pinnacle of world football with a goal that will remain etched in the memories of "La Roja" fans.
