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Spain Wins World Cup; Trump Awards Trophy, Leonor Paratrooper

7/21/2026

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Spain defeated Argentina 2-1 on July 19 2026, with Ferran Torres scoring the winning goal in the 106th minute.
U.S. President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented the trophy, which the Spanish royal family lifted on the pitch, while the royal X account announced that a star will be added to Spain’s crest.
Princess Leonor completed military training as Spain’s first paratrooper and will begin a degree at Charles III University in September.

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Spain defeated Argentina 2-1 on July 19 2026, with Ferran Torres scoring the winning goal in the 106th minute.
U.S. President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented the trophy, which the Spanish royal family lifted on the pitch, while the royal X account announced that a star will be added to Spain’s crest.
Princess Leonor completed military training as Spain’s first paratrooper and will begin a degree at Charles III University in September.