The Argentina national team lost 1-0 to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, but the debate continued on social media. Luis Caputo, the Economy Minister, responded sharply to Piers Morgan, who criticized the behavior of Argentine players after the match. Argentina's last result was a 2-1 win against England in the semifinal (2026-07-15), and the team entered the final on a five-game winning streak (5W-0D-0L).

What did Piers Morgan say?

The British journalist, known for his support of Cristiano Ronaldo and his dislike of Lionel Messi, posted on X: "Disgusting behavior by the Argentines at the end, especially Paredes". He added: "They are just a group of violent and unpleasant thugs, and a disgrace to football".

Luis Caputo's response

Caputo, who had already clashed with Morgan after the semifinal, criticized him again: "You have been whining and complaining like a spoiled little brat for the last four days, only to say today that you are exultant because a team that wasn't even playing against yours lost a game".

Why does this matter for Argentina?

The exchange between Caputo and Morgan reflects the political and sporting tension between Argentina and the UK, especially regarding the Falkland Islands. The minister had already responded to Morgan in July, when he wished that Spain would "crush" Argentina in the final, mentioning the 1982 war.

What's next for the national team?

Despite the loss, Argentina maintains its five-game winning streak (WWWWW). The team now focuses on its next match, looking to regain motivation after the final.