La Roja secured their first World Cup title since their memorable triumph in South Africa in 2010 and became the first team to win the tournament after conceding just one goal throughout the entire competition.
Defending champions Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, finished as runners-up after falling short in the final, while England claimed third place following an entertaining 6-4 victory over France in the bronze-medal match.
Several individual awards were presented after the final to recognize the tournament’s outstanding performers.
Spain midfielder Rodri was named the winner of the Golden Ball as the tournament’s best player after playing a crucial role in La Roja’s successful World Cup campaign.
France captain Kylian Mbappé claimed the Golden Boot after finishing as the tournament’s top scorer with 10 goals in eight matches.
The French forward also became the first player to win the World Cup Golden Boot at consecutive tournaments and extended his record as the men’s all-time leading World Cup scorer with 22 goals.
Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón received the Golden Glove award after helping his team concede only one goal during the tournament. He also set a new World Cup record by going 650 consecutive minutes without conceding.
Young Spanish defender Pau Cubarsí was named the Best Young Player after delivering a series of outstanding performances that helped anchor Spain’s impressive defensive record throughout the competition.
The Netherlands received the FIFA Fair Play Award for their exemplary discipline and sportsmanship during the tournament.
Full List of 2026 FIFA World Cup Award Winners
Champions: Spain
Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón received the Golden Glove award after helping his team concede only one goal during the tournament. He also set a new World Cup record by going 650 consecutive minutes without conceding.
Young Spanish defender Pau Cubarsí was named the Best Young Player after delivering a series of outstanding performances that helped anchor Spain’s impressive defensive record throughout the competition.
The Netherlands received the FIFA Fair Play Award for their exemplary discipline and sportsmanship during the tournament.
Full List of 2026 FIFA World Cup Award Winners
Champions: Spain
Runners-up: Argentina
Third Place: England
Fourth Place: France
Golden Ball (Best Player): Rodri (Spain)
Golden Boot (Top Scorer): Kylian Mbappé (France)
Golden Glove (Best Goalkeeper): Unai Simón (Spain)
Best Young Player: Pau Cubarsí (Spain)
FIFA Fair Play Award: Netherlands
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