Rosalía apologizes for sharing video mocking Argentina's 2026 World Cup loss

Singer Rosalía broke her silence after controversy erupted over a video she shared that appeared to mock Argentina's loss in the 2026 World Cup. In an Instagram message, the artist explained she didn't read the video's content and had no intention of offending Argentine fans. Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain on July 19, 2026, their first defeat in five matches (4W-0D-1L).

What happened with Rosalía's video?

The controversy began when Rosalía shared a clip of Mia Khalifa celebrating Spain's World Cup final victory. The video featured Rosalía's song La Perla and a message saying: This is what life sounds like after 'the pearls' have been defeated. Many Argentine users interpreted this as mockery of the national team, sparking a wave of criticism on social media.

Why the controversy?

Argentine fans reacted with outrage, accusing Rosalía of disrespecting the national team. Some even threatened to boycott her upcoming concerts in Buenos Aires. The singer, aware of the backlash, clarified her position: I shared it because 'La Perla' was playing and I didn't read what it said. My bad, sorry, she wrote alongside the Argentine flag.

What's next for Rosalía and Argentina?

While Rosalía tried to downplay the issue, the controversy persists. Meanwhile, Argentina looks to recover from their loss to Spain and prepare for future World Cup 2026 challenges. The team, which had a four-game winning streak, must now focus on improving their performance in upcoming matches.