Gianni Infantino, president of FIFA, sent a message of support and praise to the Argentine national team after their loss in the 2026 World Cup final to Spain.

The Argentine team fell 1-0 to Spain after extra time in the final, finishing as runners-up after having been the defending champions from the previous edition.

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On his official Instagram account on Tuesday, Infantino praised the performance of the 'Albiceleste' throughout the tournament, emphasizing that the team showed strong character and an exceptional fighting spirit that created moments that will remain etched in the minds of football fans. The FIFA president noted that Argentina reaching the final for the second consecutive time, after winning the 2022 World Cup, reflects the team's consistency in competing at the highest level and its ability to maintain its place among the world's elite. Infantino concluded his message by thanking the Argentine players and coaching staff, considering that they contributed to the tournament's success and set an example of competition until the final moments, making the 2026 edition one of the most exciting.