(Digital Itla) A letter sent by FIFA President Gianni Infantino to Claudio Tapia, President of the Argentine Football Association, has surfaced.
In his letter, Gianni Infantino referenced the final played on July 19, 2026, stating that Argentina earned the silver medal in the FIFA World Cup 2026 after a thrilling final against Spain. He extended his heartfelt congratulations on this remarkable achievement for Argentine football.
He further wrote that Argentina’s stellar performance throughout the World Cup made the tournament memorable, adding that the hard work, professionalism, and love for the game shown by the players and head coach Lionel Scaloni formed the foundation of this success.
It is worth noting that atmosphere on the field grew tense following Argentina's defeat to Spain in extra time during the World Cup final. Most Argentine players turned their backs during the Spanish team's trophy presentation, and a physical altercation broke out among players after the match—an incident FIFA is currently investigating.
Sending formal congratulatory letters to medal-winning teams at the conclusion of the World Cup is a traditional practice by FIFA.
This letter comes at a time when FIFA is officially investigating the pitch-side scuffle between players at the end of the final match against Spain.
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