From criticism to glory: Torres lifts Spain past Argentina

Before the final, Fernán Torres faced heavy scrutiny for his goalless run throughout the competition. The criticism vanished the moment he headed home the match‑winning strike against Argentina. "Scoring this goal is a huge relief after the constant doubts," Torres remarked. He praised the team's tactical discipline, especially against a Lionel Messi‑led Argentina, and highlighted the confidence they kept in their game plan. Spain's solid defence kept the Argentine attack at bay, conceding only once during the entire tournament.