Spain Wins the 2026 World Cup
Spain secured the championship with a dramatic extra-time victory over Argentina in the final match.
2World Cup 2026
Spain Claims World Cup Glory in Dramatic Extra-Time Victory Over Argentina
In this bonus episode, Trevor Noah and Joe break down the final match, critique England and France, and reflect on an unforgettable summer of football.
Spain defeated Argentina in extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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WORLD CUP Bonus Episode: The Finals
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Critique of England and France
The hosts provided a critical analysis of England's football culture and France's tactical shortcomings during the tournament.
3Tournament Highlights and Future Stars
The episode reviews the tournament's biggest moments and standout players while looking ahead to the sport's next generation.
3Reflections on a Summer of Football
Joe reflects emotionally on his broadcasting debut, and both hosts express gratitude for the six-week run and the summer's events.
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The FIFA World Cup 2026 has come to an end.
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In this final bonus episode, Trevor and Joe break down Spain's dramatic extra-time victory over Argentina to become world champions.
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They also look back at the tournament's biggest moments and standout players, pull no punches in their critique of England's football culture and France's tactical shortcomings, and look ahead to the sport's next generation.
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Closing out their six-week run, Joe gets emotional reflecting on his broadcasting debut, and he and Trevor express their gratitude for an unforgettable summer of football.
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