The Scot began properly however Lopez took management of the struggle within the center levels and the completed strongly, with the scorecards studying 115-113, 115-113, 117-111 in favour of the American.
Lopez turns into a two-weight world champion.
Taylor, who suffered a primary defeat in 20 skilled bouts, was magnanimous in defeat, telling Sky Sports: "No excuses. He was better on the night. It is what it is so congratulations to Teofimo.
"I might like to do it once more. I do know I'm higher than that and I do know I can beat him.
"So yes, I would love to do it again but he’s the champ and the ball is in his court."
Lopez stated: "I just want to thank God first. It has been a long time coming.
"We simply beat the primary champion, Josh Taylor, former undisputed champion."
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