Two weeks in a row of World Cup greatness and two weeks in a row of Spanish greatness. The backdrop for the World Cup Final was perfect. A Spanish team that was stingy on defense allowing one goal leading into the Final. And an Argentina defending World Cup Champion team that has been completely resilient scoring late when they needed to in order to beat all the big boys. The result was an action-packed scoreless tie. Until in extra time, a new hero emerged. In the opening minutes of the second half of extra time, Ferran Torres finally broke through. Argentina goalie Emiliano Martínez set a World Cup final record with 11 saves, but it wasn't enough. Torres struck a great center with no chance for Martinez for what ended up being the deciding goal in a 1-0 victory. Torres came on in the 62nd minute with fresh legs and made history for Spain. Their second World Cup final and second World Cup in history. Ferran Torres is the Longhorndave Sportsman of the Week!
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