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A fan reacts to Spain's victory over Argentina in the World Cup final soccer match at a fan gathering in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Sunday, July 19, 2026.

Video. Chaos erupts in Buenos Aires after Argentina's World Cup final defeat

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Riot police use water cannon in Buenos Aires after Argentina's World Cup final defeat to Spain, as protests break out in the capital.

Riot police used water cannon and moved through the streets of Buenos Aires on Sunday after protests broke out following Argentina's World Cup defeat to Spain.

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The video shows officers walking alongside an armoured vehicle, confronting people gathered in the street and spraying water at protesters.

Argentina had been hoping to retain the World Cup title and become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back tournaments. However, Lionel Messi's side lost 1-0 to Spain after a tense final that went into extra time.

The scenes in the capital came as some supporters reacted angrily to the result. Police officers on foot and motorcycles monitored the situation and attempted to disperse crowds.

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