Argentina midfielder Rodrigo De Paul speaks a day after Argentina’s 1-0 loss to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. In his remarks, De Paul references the perception that others were waiting for Argentina to fail, framing the defeat as part of a wider narrative around the team’s performance and expectations. The comments come shortly after the final result, which ends with Argentina conceding a single goal and not scoring in the match.
According to the report, De Paul’s statement is presented as candid and reflective, offering insight into the emotions and outlook that follow the loss. The sources provided do not include further details such as the specific phrasing of his quotes beyond the central idea that “many were waiting” for Argentina to lose. The focus remains on his response to the outcome of the final and the context in which the team believes it was viewed by others.
