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How Much Did Each Spain Player Earn for Winning the 2026 World Cup? Bonus Breakdown Explained
Ferran Torres scored in extra time as Spain claimed a record $50 million prize and dominated the postmatch awards, FIFA said.
- On Sunday, Spain claimed its second FIFA World Cup title by defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time at New York New Jersey Stadium, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute.
- Spain began their campaign with a draw against Cape Verde before sweeping aside Australia and defeating Portugal to top Group H. They then overcame Belgium and stunned France to reach the final.
- Dominating the ceremony, Spain secured three of four awards: Rodri won the Golden Ball, Pau Cubarsi claimed Best Young Player, and Unai Simon took the Golden Glove. France's Kylian Mbappe received the Golden Boot for scoring 10 goals.
- The Spanish Football Federation will receive a record-breaking $50 million from FIFA's $655 million prize pool for the expanded 48-team tournament. Runners-up Argentina will take home $33 million.
- This win contrasts with Spain's 2010 campaign, when they lost to Switzerland in their opening match before recovering to lift their first title. FIFA's total financial allocation for the tournament reached $727 million, including $1.5 million per nation for preparation costs.
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Leaning Left4Leaning Right12Center4Last UpdatedBias Distribution60% Right
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- 60% of the sources lean Right
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C 20%
R 60%
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