It was not the homecoming Argentines had hoped for, four years after millions celebrated their team's tournament victory in 2022. Spain defeated Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final after extra time. Lionel Messi shared an emotional message acknowledging the immense pain of the loss.
He expressed pride in the team's achievement of reaching consecutive World Cup finals. Substitute Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 106th minute of the match. The defeat ended Argentina's hopes of defending their title successfully.
Thousands wait to greet the team, who return without captain Messi and a few other players after the World Cup.
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