World Cup 2026 coaches Luis de la Fuente and Lionel Scaloni react after final

Spain’s national team coach Luis de la Fuente visited the Las Rozas sports centre in Madrid, where residents displaced by a massive fire were staying. The blaze forced about 116,000 people to leave their homes. De la Fuente told local media, “Hay que hacer felices a estas personas,” emphasizing the duty to help those affected.

Argentina’s coach Lionel Scaloni issued a public apology after his side’s loss in the World Cup 2026 final. He expressed regret for not delivering another trophy and praised the team’s effort, unity and perseverance, saying the true “trophy” is the players’ determination and the support of Argentine fans.