Argentina lost to England in the 2026 World Cup final, but President Javier Milei praised their 'enormous achievement' of reaching three finals in four tournaments. 'No one can blame them', he said, acknowledging the effort of Lionel Scaloni's team. Last result: Argentina 2-1 England (15/07/2026).

What did Milei say about the defeat?

Milei highlighted that the team 'gave everything' in the tournament, despite not winning the title. 'In four competitions, they reached three finals. That shows an extremely high level', he told Radio Mitre. The president also praised Lionel Messi, calling him 'worthy of admiration' for his contributions to Argentine football.

Why is this achievement historic?

Argentina, with a record of five consecutive wins (WWWWW), showed consistency in the tournament. Milei emphasized that the team 'never gave up', highlighting their fighting spirit. 'Infinitely grateful for how high they have raised the value of Argentines', he added.

What's next for the team?

Milei confirmed a national holiday for when the players return to the country. 'When they decide which day to celebrate, that will be a holiday', he clarified. He also mentioned that the Casa Rosada and five other locations are available for celebrations, coordinated with the City and Province governments.