Spain Dominates Individual Awards at 2026 World Cup

Spain's triumph in the 2026 FIFA World Cup was reflected in the tournament's individual awards, with three Spanish players receiving top honors after the team's 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in the final. Goalkeeper Unai Simón won the Golden Glove as the tournament's best goalkeeper after helping Spain produce one of the competition's strongest defensive records. Defender Pau Cubarsí was named the Best Young Player, while midfielder Rodri received the Golden Ball as the tournament's outstanding player. The FIFA Fair Play Award was presented to the Netherlands, recognizing the team's exemplary disciplinary record and sportsmanship throughout the tournament.

France captain Kylian Mbappé secured the Golden Boot after finishing as the tournament's leading scorer with nine goals. The award marked the second consecutive World Cup in which Mbappé finished as the top scorer, making him one of only a handful of players to achieve the feat in successive tournaments. Although France finished fourth after a 6-4 defeat to England in the third-place playoff, Mbappé's consistent scoring throughout the tournament ensured he remained atop the goalscoring chart despite not reaching the final.