Fans Engage In Violent Clashes With Police In Buenos Aires After Argentina's WC Defeat | WATCH

Published 20 July 2026 · sports

Fans Engage In Violent Clashes With Police In Buenos Aires After Argentina's WC Defeat | WATCH Published By, Last Updated: July 20, 2026, 18:39 IST

Fans Engage In Violent Clashes With Police In Buenos Aires After Argentina's WC Defeat | WATCH Published By, Last Updated: July 20, 2026, 18:39 IST Argentina's World Cup heartbreak turned violent as fans clashed with police in Buenos Aires after Spain's 1-0 final win, leaving at least 15 arrested and dozens injured. Rapid Read Violence erupted in Buenos Aires after Argentina's loss in the FIFA World Cup final (AFP) Argentina’s heartbreaking FIFA World Cup final defeat to Spain spilled onto the streets of Buenos Aires on Sunday night, with violent clashes erupting between supporters and police near the city’s iconic Obelisk. Thousands of fans had gathered around the historic monument — Argentina’s traditional football celebration hub — to watch Lionel Scaloni’s side attempt to defend their world title. But after Ferran Torres’ extra-time winner handed Spain a 1-0 victory, celebrations turned into chaos. Celebrations Turn Into Unrest The atmosphere remained largely peaceful immediately after the final whistle before tensions escalated close to midnight. According to local reports, a group of supporters attempted to breach security fencing surrounding the Obelisk, prompting police intervention. The situation quickly spiralled as fans hurled rocks, glass bottles and other projectiles at officers.

Argentina fans clashed with police in Buenos Aires after their team lost 1-0 to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final. pic.twitter.com/NOCijolZYN—???? Ghana 🇬🇭 (@xghana_) July 20, 2026 Riot police responded with tear gas, rubber bullets and water cannons in an effort to disperse the crowds, while dramatic images from the scene showed debris littering the streets. One widely circulated photograph appeared to show a police officer kicking a supporter lying on the ground during the unrest. Soccer fans in Argentina start a riot after historic World Cup loss pic.twitter.com/anYbS4NslE— The Gulag (@WelcomeTheGulag) July 20, 2026 Authorities confirmed that at least 15 people were arrested following the disturbances, while dozens were reportedly injured. Officials have yet to provide the full extent of the injuries. World Cup Heartbreak Boils Over The unrest came after Argentina fell 1-0 to Spain after extra time in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, ending their hopes of defending the title they won in Qatar four years earlier. The final itself was equally ill-tempered. Midfielder Enzo Fernández was sent off late in regulation time after a reckless challenge on Pau Cubarsí, leaving Argentina to play extra time with 10 men.