Violent clashes erupted in central Buenos Aires late Sunday after Argentina lost the World Cup final 1-0 to Spain following a Ferran Torres goal in extra time. Fighting between fans and police broke out around the Obelisk at 11:45 p.m. local time, with officers deploying tear gas and a water cannon as protesters threw bottles and stones. At least 15 people were detained.
The national team's aircraft landed at Ezeiza airport at 6:20 p.m., where thousands of supporters greeted the squad despite heavy rain. Lionel Messi was not present for the team's return.
President Javier Milei announced a national holiday to mark the runners-up finish, with the date to be set by the players and coaching staff. On the pitch, Leandro Paredes was sent off after the final whistle for shoving Spain's Eric Garcia.