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FIFA World Cup 2026 Awards: Spain created history at the FIFA World Cup 2026 by winning their second World Cup title after a 16-year wait. In the final played at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, Spain defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time. Substitute Ferran Torres scored the winning goal in the 106th minute to secure the trophy for Spain.
After the tournament ended, FIFA announced the winners of the major individual awards. Spain players dominated the honours, with Rodri, Unai Simon, and Pau Cubarsi winning important awards. France captain Kylian Mbappe also made history by winning the Golden Boot.
Rodri Wins FIFA World Cup 2026 Golden Ball Award
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Spain captain Rodri was named the Best Player of the FIFA World Cup 2026 and received the Golden Ball award.
Rodri played a key role in Spain’s successful campaign. His excellent passing, ball control, and leadership helped Spain dominate matches and win their second World Cup trophy.
Unai Simon Wins Golden Glove Award
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Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon won the Golden Glove award for being the best goalkeeper of the tournament.
Simon played a major role in Spain’s strong defence. Spain conceded only one goal throughout the tournament, while Simon also set a World Cup record by staying unbeaten for 650 consecutive minutes without conceding a goal.
Pau Cubarsí Named FIFA Young Player of the Tournament
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Spain’s young defender Pau Cubarsí won the FIFA Young Player Award.
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The 19-year-old defender impressed fans with his strong performances and helped Spain maintain one of the best defensive records in World Cup history. His contribution was important in Spain’s title-winning campaign.
Kylian Mbappe Wins Golden Boot Award
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France captain Kylian Mbappe won the Golden Boot award after finishing as the top scorer of FIFA World Cup 2026.
Mbappe scored 10 goals in eight matches during the tournament. With this achievement, he became the first player to win the Golden Boot in two consecutive FIFA World Cups.
The French forward also reached 22 World Cup goals, becoming the highest goal scorer in FIFA World Cup history.
Lionel Messi and Other Award Winners
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Argentina captain Lionel Messi continued his impressive World Cup journey by winning the Silver Ball award. He also finished second in the Golden Boot race.
England star Jude Bellingham received the Bronze Boot award after finishing among the tournament’s top scorers.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Awards Complete List
| Award | Winner | Team |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Ball (Best Player) | Rodri | Spain |
| Silver Ball | Lionel Messi | Argentina |
| Bronze Ball | Kylian Mbappé | France |
| Golden Boot (Top Scorer) | Kylian Mbappé (10 Goals) | France |
| Silver Boot | Lionel Messi | Argentina |
| Bronze Boot | Jude Bellingham | England |
| Golden Glove (Best Goalkeeper) | Unai Simón | Spain |
| Best Young Player Award | Pau Cubarsí | Spain |
| FIFA Fair Play Award | Netherlands | Netherlands |
Netherlands Win FIFA Fair Play Award
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The Netherlands received the FIFA Fair Play Award for their discipline, sportsmanship, and positive behaviour throughout the tournament.
Spain’s Historic FIFA World Cup 2026 Victory
Spain’s World Cup 2026 triumph became one of the biggest moments in the country’s football history. The team’s strong midfield, solid defence, and attacking performance helped them defeat Argentina and lift their second FIFA World Cup trophy.
With players like Rodri, Unai Simon, and Pau Cubarsí winning major awards, Spain’s dominance continued even after the final whistle. Meanwhile, Mbappé’s record-breaking Golden Boot performance added another memorable chapter to World Cup history.
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