New Jersey, July 20 -- The Argentine Football Association (AFA) President Claudio "Chiqui" Tapia thanked the team for "giving everything from start to finish" after the La Albiceleste faced a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at New Jersey on Sunday (local time).

Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time, bringing an end to Lionel Messi's title defence and completing an impressive unbeaten campaign in which La Roja conceded just one goal in eight matches.

After the defeat, the AFA president thanked the Argentina squad for their wholehearted effort and for representing the nation with pride. He said the team had made the country dream again and expressed pride in the players, coaching staff and everyone involved.

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