Argentina: Two Fans Die During Lost World Cup Final, Evening Turns into Nightmare in Buenos Aires

Following Argentina's 1-0 defeat to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, thousands of fans gathered at the Obelisk in Buenos Aires to honor the team. The initially peaceful tribute to Lionel Messi and his teammates degenerated into clashes with police after the arrest of a fan. Buenos Aires city police used rubber bullets, tear gas, batons, and a riot vehicle to disperse the crowd. According to Argentine media, two fans aged 67 and 88 died from cardiac arrests during the final. Other incidents included injuries from falls, fainting, and clashes in the Obelisk area. The event was marked by disappointment over the lost title and multiple tragedies.

First published Aug 4, 01:54 PM UTCUpdated Jul 20, 06:56 AM UTC1 reports · 1 sources

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