Jubilant Spain supporters at Zaria Court erupted in celebration when Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute of extra time, sealing a dramatic 1-0 victory for Spain. All photos by Kellya Keza.
Football fever swept across Kigali as thousands of fans gathered at fan zones throughout the city to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina.
Jubilant Spain supporters erupted in celebration when Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute of extra time, sealing a dramatic 1-0 victory for Spain.
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, before a crowd of 80,663 spectators to lift the FIFA World Cup trophy.
In the United States, President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino joined Spain's players and coaching staff for a celebratory group photograph following the team's World Cup triumph on Sunday, July 19, 2026.
At Mundi Centre hundreds of fans turned up for the final.
Football fans watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, in Kigali on Sunday, July 19. Photos by Kellya Keza
Spain were crowned FIFA World Cup champions once again after edging defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the 2026 final at MetLife Stadium in New York on Sunday, July 19.
Captain Lionel Messi was unable to produce another memorable World Cup performance as Spain's disciplined defence successfully contained Argentina's attack.
After dominating possession for most of the contest, Spain finally broke the deadlock in the 106th minute.
Some of the supporters of Argentine look disappointed following the performance of their team.
Argentine fans watch the game.
Hundreds of fans gathered to watch the World Cup Final
The victory secured La Roja's second world title, ending a 16-year wait since their historic triumph in South Africa in 2010.
Argentine fans watch the game.
Spain were crowned FIFA World Cup champions once again after edging defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the 2026 final at MetLife Stadium in New York on Sunday, July 19.
At Zaria Court in Remera, thousands of fans for both sides watch the game.
At Zaria Court in Remera, thousands of fans for both sides watch the game.
Fans watching the game. Spain capped off a remarkable tournament by conceding just one goal throughout the competition.
After dominating possession for most of the contest, Spain finally broke the deadlock in the 106th minute.
Argentina struggled to pose an attacking threat, failing to register a shot on target during normal time and creating few clear-cut opportunities even after extra time began.
Jubilant Spain supporters at Zaria Court erupted in celebration when Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute of extra time, sealing a dramatic 1-0 victory for Spain. All photos by Kellya Keza.
Argentine fans pose for a photo after watching the game in Kigali.
Spain's dominance was further reflected in the tournament's individual awards.
Jubilant Spain supporters at Zaria Court erupted in celebration when Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute of extra time, sealing a dramatic 1-0 victory for Spain. All photos by Kellya Keza.
Over 1000 supporters watched the game at Zaria Court on Sunday.