Video: FIFA President presents historic World Cup champions’ rings to Spain’s players
Abdullateef Fowewe
In a heartfelt moment captured shortly after Spain’s triumph in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, President Gianni Infantino visited the Spanish dressing room to personally present the team with their newly introduced FIFA World Cup winners’ rings.
A video shows Infantino congratulating the players, including close-ups of stars proudly displaying the ornate gold rings on their fingers amid ongoing celebrations with the trophy.
Spain had just defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 in extra time at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19, 2026, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute.
The final was a tense, defensive battle dominated by Spain in possession and chances, though Argentina (reduced to 10 men late in regulation after Enzo Fernández’s red card) held firm until extra time.
Torres, a substitute, finished clinically from Nico Williams’ header to secure La Roja’s second World Cup title (after 2010) and make Spain the first nation to hold both men’s and women’s World Cup titles simultaneously.
Rodri was named the tournament’s Golden Ball winner, capping a dominant campaign where Spain conceded just one goal overall.
The match featured high drama, including a lengthy halftime show, and post-match ceremonies with U.S. President Donald Trump and Infantino presenting the main trophy.
This ring presentation marks a new FIFA tradition inspired by American sports championship rings limited-edition pieces awarded to the champions (with additional versions available to fans).
The gesture added a personal touch to Spain’s victory lap, highlighting the unity and joy in the dressing room.
Fans have celebrated the moment as a fitting honour for a team that combined tactical mastery with resilience.
