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Spain dethrones Messi’s Argentina to win second FIFA World Cup title

Spain overcame a resilient Argentina side to claim the second FIFA World Cup title in its history, leaving Lionel Messi heartbroken after a disappointing performance in what could have been his “Last Tango.”

The highly anticipated World Cup final proved somewhat underwhelming, with Emiliano Martínez the main reason Spain were kept at bay for 90 minutes.

A star-studded crowd of 80,663, including US President Donald Trump, packed East Rutherford’s MetLife Stadium to watch Argentina captain Lionel Messi attempt to cap his glittering career with a second World Cup triumph.

Argentina failed to register a single attempt until the 116th minute and ended regulation time with 10 men.

Enzo Fernández was sent off for a reckless tackle after having already picked up an avoidable yellow card, making Argentina’s task even more difficult.

Martínez was eventually beaten in the 106th minute, with Ferran Torres emerging as Spain’s hero as the team secured a second World Cup star above its crest, according to The Mirror US.

The final’s controversial extended halftime show, featuring stars such as Madonna, Shakira and Justin Bieber, lasted 27 minutes but did little to disrupt Spain’s rhythm.

Spain finished the World Cup having conceded just one goal—the fewest ever by a World Cup champion—despite playing eight matches, more than any previous winner.

The victory also made 65-year-old Luis de la Fuente the oldest coach ever to lead a team to World Cup glory.

“We are world champions,” de la Fuente said. “It was together we reached this stage.”