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Lele Adani silent during Spain‑Argentina World Cup final broadcast
Spain defeated Argentina in extra time to win the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium. In Italy, the match was shown live on Rai 1 and streamed via RaiPlay. The Italian television commentary featured veteran commentator Alberto Rimedio alongside former defender Lele Adani. After receiving criticism for his exuberant reaction in the Argentina‑England semifinal, Adani kept a low profile in the final, remaining almost silent for about a minute after Spain’s winning goal before offering brief praise for the Spanish playing style. Social media users highlighted his muted performance, noting the contrast with his earlier enthusiastic outbursts. The broadcast also included guidance for Italian viewers on how to access the match through Rai’s free multi‑platform service and tips on checking audio and geolocation before the kickoff.