Ferran Torres sparks viral moment with Trump-inspired cap after Spain’s 2026 World Cup win
Ferran Torres became an instant meme king after Spain’s 2026 World Cup Final victory, but the Spanish forward’s biggest talking point came off the pitch. **Torres wore a cap emblazoned with ‘Make Spain Great Again’** during Madrid’s post-trophy parade on 20 July 2026, sparking a social media frenzy.
What happened in the World Cup Final?
Spain beat Argentina 2-1 in extra time on 18 July 2026 at MetLife Stadium, with Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 108th minute. The match capped a dominant tournament for La Roja, who overcame Portugal, Belgium, France, and the defending champions. Hours earlier, former U.S. President Donald Trump had attended the final and helped present the trophy.
Why did Ferran Torres’ cap go viral?
The forward’s ‘Make Spain Great Again’ cap-an adaptation of Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign slogan-dominated headlines. Fans split over whether it was a cheeky nod to Spain’s 2010 World Cup win or a pointed political jab. The cap’s message lit up X, Instagram, and TikTok, with clips of Torres flashing it on the open-top bus in Madrid.
How did Ferran Torres seal his World Cup legacy?
Torres’ extra-time strike completed a fairytale tournament for Spain. The 24-year-old arrived at the 2026 World Cup as a squad regular, not a superstar. But his 108th-minute volley against Argentina-his third goal of the knockout phase-cemented his place in history. The goal also marked Spain’s first World Cup triumph since South Africa 2010.
What’s next for Spain and Ferran Torres?
Spain’s victory parade in Madrid drew nearly two million fans, with Torres riding the open-top bus alongside teammates. Luis de la Fuente’s side now eyes Euro 2028 as the next target. For Torres, the question is whether his viral cap moment outshines his World Cup heroics-or if he can replicate the form that made him the tournament’s breakout story.