Ferran Torres — Spain forward who scored the World Cup final winner against Argentina in 2026 and has played for Barcelona in La Liga.
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The Namibian
Ferran Torres scored a goal in the 106th minute to make Spain world champions
“La Roja completely outplayed the defending champions, but needed a Ferran Torres goal in the 106th minute to become world champions for the second time.”
Superb Spain worthy winners of World Cup dominated by superstar namesThe Namibian
Ferran Torres scored an extra-time winner for Spain to defeat Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final
“Ferran Torres scored an extra-time winner as Spain defeated holders Argentina 1-0 to win the World Cup on Sunday and shatter Lionel Messi's dreams of a triumphant farewell to football's greatest stage.”
Spain down Argentina to win World Cup, shatter Messi dreamThe Namibian
Ferran Torres slipped in Merino to settle the contest in the first minute of injury time
“Extra time looked certain, before fellow substitute Ferran Torres slipped in Merino to settle the contest in the first minute of injury time.”
Spain win it late to bid farewell to Ronaldo at World CupThe Namibian
Ferran Torres should have doubled but hit the bar with just the goalkeeper to beat
“His replacement Ferran Torres should have doubled the lead five minutes from time but hit the bar with just the goalkeeper to beat.”
Uruguay crash out of World Cup as Spain avoid Argentina clashThe Namibian
Ferran Torres opened the scoring for Spain on 16 minutes
“The European champions opened the scoring through Ferran Torres, their captain for the night, on 16 minutes.”
Diallo gives Ivory Coast shock win over FranceThe Namibian
Ferran Torres struck in the first half
“Marcus Rashford and Ferran Torres struck in the first half to help Hansi Flick's side clinch La Liga in consecutive years, while consigning Madrid to a trophyless season.”
Barca claim La Liga title with Clasico win over Real MadridThe Namibian
Ferran Torres slotted in a second goal with four minutes to go
“Lewandowski headed home after 81 minutes to break the deadlock, with Torres slotting in a second with four minutes to go.”
Barcelona on verge of La Liga title defence with win at OsasunaThe Namibian
Ferran Torres fired Barcelona ahead inside 24 minutes
“Lamine Yamal and Ferran Torres fired visitors Barca ahead inside 24 minutes but Ademola Lookman's strike gave Atletico the edge in the gripping all-Spanish tie once again after their 2-0 win in the first leg.”
Atletico resist Barca to reach Champions League semisThe Namibian
Ferran Torres netted twice in Barcelona's win
“Ferran Torres netted twice with Yamal and Marcus Rashford finding the net late on as the Catalans moved nine points clear of second-placed rivals Real Madrid.”
Yamal shines as Barca thrash Espanyol to extend Liga leadSpain won the 48-team World Cup, beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time at the MetLife Stadium on Sunday with a goal from Ferran Torres in the 106th minute. Spain's defensive strength—conceding only once in the tournament—and captain Rodri's play earned him player of the tournament honours over attacking superstars like Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe.
20 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Spain won the 48-team World Cup, beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time at the MetLife Stadium on Sunday with a goal from Ferran Torres in the 106th minute. Spain's defensive strength—conceding only once in the tournament—and captain Rodri's play earned him player of the tournament honours over attacking superstars like Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe.
20 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Spain defeated holders Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final on Sunday, with Ferran Torres scoring an extra-time winner in the 106th minute. The victory ended Lionel Messi's hopes for a triumphant farewell to international football.
20 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Substitute Mikel Merino scored in injury time to give Spain a 1-0 victory over Portugal in the World Cup Round of 16, eliminating Cristiano Ronaldo in his final World Cup match and sending Spain to the quarter-finals.
6 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Uruguay exited the World Cup after losing 1-0 to Spain in Guadalajara, with goalkeeper Fernando Muslera's error allowing Alex Baena's weak shot to decide the match. Spain secured top spot in Group H and avoided a knockout round against Argentina, while Uruguay became the highest ranked side to crash out in the group stages.
27 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Amad Diallo scored a late winner as Ivory Coast stunned France 2-1 in a World Cup warm-up match in Nantes on Thursday. Kylian Mbappe had a fruitless evening and was replaced at half-time, remaining stuck on 56 goals for France.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Barcelona secured their 29th Spanish league title after defeating Real Madrid 2-0 in the Clasico on Sunday, clinching La Liga in consecutive years and moving 14 points clear of second-place Madrid with three matches remaining.
10 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres scored late goals to give Barcelona a 2-1 win at Osasuna, moving them 14 points clear of Real Madrid. Barcelona will be crowned champions if Real Madrid drop points against Espanyol on Sunday.
2 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Barcelona defeated Celta Vigo 1-0 in La Liga, moving nine points clear of Real Madrid with six matches remaining, but lost teenage forward Lamine Yamal to a hamstring injury after he won and converted the match-winning penalty. Joao Cancelo also left the field injured in the tight encounter.
23 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Atletico Madrid defeated Barcelona 3-2 on aggregate in their Champions League quarterfinal tie, reaching the semifinals for the first time since 2017. Despite losing the second leg 2-1, Atletico's 2-0 first-leg advantage and Lookman's goal held firm as Barcelona finished with 10 men after Eric Garcia's red card.
15 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Lamine Yamal assisted twice and scored in Barcelona's 4-1 derby victory over Espanyol, extending their advantage over Real Madrid to nine points with seven games remaining. The win came as Barcelona prepare for a Champions League quarter-final second leg against Atlético Madrid on Tuesday.
12 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Teenage star Lamine Yamal scored in the 68th minute to secure Barcelona a 1-0 victory at Athletic Bilbao on Saturday, restoring the champions' four-point lead over Real Madrid in La Liga.
8 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick faces mounting pressure following two consecutive defeats to Girona and Atletico Madrid, as the Catalan club falls behind Real Madrid in La Liga. Flick acknowledged the team is not in good form due to injuries and fatigue, but resisted calls to adjust his ultra-attacking tactics ahead of Sunday's match against Levante.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Atletico Madrid overwhelmed Copa del Rey holders Barcelona with a 4-0 victory in their semi-final first leg, with goals from Eric Garcia (own goal), Antoine Griezmann, Ademola Lookman, and Julian Alvarez giving them a commanding advantage ahead of the second leg at Camp Nou on March 3.
13 February 2026 · The Namibian →