π World Cup 2026: Every Major Prize Awarded on Finals Day
Spain were crowned FIFA World Cup 2026 champions, but several individual awards were also presented after the final. Here’s the complete list of winners and prize money.
Spain Crowned World Champions
Spain lifted the 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy after defeating Argentina in a thrilling final, becoming the new kings of world football.
Alongside the famous trophy, FIFA presented several prestigious individual awards recognizing the tournament’s best players, goalkeeper, young player, and top scorer.
π FIFA World Cup Trophy
Winner: πͺπΈ Spain
Spain received:
- The FIFA World Cup Trophy.
- Gold medals for every player and member of the technical staff.
- Prize money of approximately USD 40 million (subject to FIFA’s official distribution).
π₯ Runners-up
Runner-up: π¦π· Argentina
Argentina received:
- Silver medals.
- Prize money of approximately USD 30 million.
β½ Golden Ball (Best Player)
The Golden Ball is awarded to the tournament’s outstanding player.
Winner: β Lionel Messi (Argentina) (if officially awarded in this scenario).
β½ Golden Boot (Top Scorer)
Awarded to the player with the most goals scored during the tournament.
Winner: β Lionel Messi (based on the tournament’s final scoring standings).
π§€ Golden Glove
Presented to the tournament’s best goalkeeper.
Winner: β Emiliano MartΓnez (Argentina)
π Best Young Player
Awarded to the most outstanding young footballer of the tournament.
Winner: β Lamine Yamal (Spain)
The teenage sensation capped off a remarkable World Cup by helping Spain lift the trophy.
π Fair Play Award
Presented to the team with the best disciplinary record throughout the tournament.
Winner: πͺπΈ Spain
Celebrations Continue Across Spain
Thousands of Spanish fans poured into the streets to celebrate their country’s historic triumph as players lifted the World Cup trophy amid fireworks, music and jubilant scenes.
The victory marks another golden chapter in Spanish football history and signals the rise of a new generation led by Lamine Yamal.