Spain beats Argentina to win 2026 World Cup as royal family attends final in New York

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Spain claimed a second World Cup title on July 19, defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time with a goal from Ferran Torres. The final was held in New York, where the Spanish royal family traveled to support the national team.

Queen Letizia wore a red Adolfo Domínguez dress she had previously worn in May at the Luis Carandell Journalism Awards. Her earrings, 'I am red' models by Gold & Roses priced at 2,180 euros, featured 18-karat rose gold set with diamonds and rubies. Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía wore red and white outfits. First Lady Melania Trump wore a jacket valued at $2,200.

The Spanish royals met with U.S. President Donald Trump at the stadium, and the two parties held a private meeting after the match. Letizia and Melania Trump were meeting for the first time since Pope Francis's funeral in April 2025.

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