Spain crowned World Cup champions with tense victory over Argentina

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Lionel Messi of Argentina and Lamine Yamal of Spain.

Lionel Messi of Argentina and Lamine Yamal of Spain.

Lionel Messi of Argentina and Lamine Yamal of Spain.

Lionel Messi of Argentina and Lamine Yamal of Spain.

Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final in New Jersey.

Watch the full match replay and highlights on TVNZ+

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