Messi in tears after Argentina loses World Cup final to Spain
Spain defeated Argentina 0-1 in extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, with Ferran Torres scoring in the 106th minute.
Lionel Messi broke down in tears after the loss, prompting an emotional tribute from the Argentine Football Association.
Argentina played the entire extra-time period with 10 men after Enzo Fernandez received a second yellow card.
The defeat marked the end of Argentina's reign as world champions, with Spain controlling possession and outshooting Argentina 20-1.
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