Spain wins the 2026 FIFA World Cup after beating Argentina 1-0 in the final, with the result credited as a decisive extra-time goal by Ferran Torres in some reports. Multiple outlets say Spain receives a record $51 million from FIFA as the champions’ prize. Other coverage places the broader financial picture in context: the total FIFA prize pool for the tournament is reported at $871 million, and at least $12.5 million is guaranteed to each participating team for qualifying and preparation. Several sources also state that the runners-up, Argentina, receive $34 million, while third place earns $30 million and fourth place $28 million, with additional amounts paid to teams eliminated in earlier rounds. FIFA pays these prizes to national football federations rather than directly to players, with federations typically deciding how to distribute the money internally. Some articles also reference additional earnings beyond FIFA’s prize, including sponsorship-related revenue, and speculate about player bonuses, though those figures vary by outlet. Overall, the shared reporting centers on Spain’s $51 million champions’ payout and the tournament’s expanded overall prize structure.