Spain beats Argentina 1-0 to win 2026 World Cup, refereeing controversy sparks debate

Published Jul 22, 10:56 AM UTC

Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, becoming world champions again. The tournament sparked debate over contrasting football philosophies, refereeing decisions, and allegations of FIFA bias favoring Argentina's physical approach. In this In Focus podcast, journalist Sandeep Menon discusses Spain's rise under coach Luis de la Fuente, the evolution of their possession-based game since 2010, and whether claims of favorable refereeing for Argentina hold up to scrutiny. The episode examines Spain's dominant campaign and Argentina's gritty, controversial run to the final.