Pedro Porro delivered on a promise to his grandfather as Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final in New York on 20 July, with the Tottenham Hotspur right-back setting up the extra-time winner that brought a second world title home for La Roja. It is Spain's first world championship since 2010.

How the Winner Was Scored

The decisive moment arrived in the 106th minute, when substitute Ferran Torres swept the ball into the roof of the net after Nico Williams headed Porro's cross back across the six-yard box. The goal ended a tense final that had remained goalless through 90 minutes, with Argentina unable to find a breakthrough against a disciplined Spanish defensive unit.

Porro's Promise to His Grandfather

Speaking in the mixed zone after the final whistle, Porro revealed the personal stakes that had driven him through the tournament. 'A few days ago my grandfather told me, 'Bring the cup home, son,'' Porro said. 'Today I fulfilled those words. I can't wait to get out of here and call him, because he will be very happy, very emotional and so am I.'

The 26-year-old admitted the scale of the achievement had not yet sunk in. 'I don't believe it. I think the first days will pass and I still won't believe it. But I want to thank all the people who have supported us from the first minute. I don't even want to imagine what Spain is like right now,' he added.

A Reward for Years Away from the Spotlight

Porro, who has spent the bulk of his club career in the Premier League with Tottenham Hotspur, acknowledged that playing outside Spain had made it harder to cement his place in the national setup. 'I play in the Premier League, I'm outside of Spain, so a lot of people don't see me much. Since I debuted for the national team, it's never been easy to establish myself here. Now life has given this back to me,' he said.

His performances across the tournament were widely regarded as one of its standout stories, with the right-back's energy and delivery from wide areas proving decisive in multiple matches, including the final itself.

Squad Unity at the Heart of the Triumph

Porro was emphatic that the victory belonged to the entire group, not just the starting eleven. 'This isn't just about the 11 on the pitch, it's about the 26 of us who lived together. I hope Spain feels proud that we have brought a second star home,' he said.

Spain now carries two World Cup stars on its crest — the first earned in South Africa in 2010, and this second claimed on the grandest stage in New York. With a squad built around a core of young, technically gifted players, Spain will head into the next cycle as one of international football's dominant forces.