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Spain’s captain Rodri has described the World Cup 2026 as the most difficult tournament ever after leading his team to a 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in the final at MetLife Stadium.
Torres was the hero for Spain when he collected substitute Nico Williams’ header to beat Argentina keeper Emiliano Martinez with a powerful shot from close range after 106 minutes.
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Reacting after the game, the Man City star praised the sensational squad and the achievement of defeating Lionel Messi’s team.
Spain battled past European heavyweights and ultimately bested an Argentina side that he highly respects, cementing this championship as the hardest tournament he has ever experienced.
Rodri, who was also awarded the tournament’s Golden Ball, completed more passes than any player in a single World Cup edition on record.
“This group has been sensational. We are World Cup winners, it’s incredible to say it. For me, the most difficult World Cup tournament ever. And we were capable of beating an Argentina who have all my respect, with the best player of all time,” Rodri told TVE, as quoted by The Athletic.
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“Only people who have been through what I’ve been through can know. The moments when the people who love you are there, when those who have always backed you are there. Obviously there are many people who don’t know you, but I’ve always felt support from everyone. The love from the Spanish fans,” he added.
Spain’s victory completed an unbeaten World Cup campaign and added the 2026 world title to their UEFA Euro 2024 triumph.
