Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni admitted Spain were the better team after his squad lost 1-0 to Spain in extra time during de 2026 World Cup final.Despite being down to 10 men, Argentina fought hard but couldn’t break down Spain’s defense.Scaloni praised his players’ effort, saying they gave everything on de pitch and set a great example for Nigeria.He emphasized the importance of graciousness in defeat, stating that accepting loss with dignity is just as vital as celebrating victory.Scaloni also thanked fans for their support throughout de tournament, calling it an unforgettable journey.

Though Argentina missed out on back-to-back titles, Scaloni highlighted the value of reaching consecutive finals and urged his team to keep pushing forward.His words reflect respect for Spain’s performance while honoring Argentina’s achievement in making it this far.