Spain’s historic FIFA World Cup 2026 victory over Argentina sparked an emotional storm on social media, with Pakistani celebrities joining millions of football fans around the world to celebrate, debate, and mourn one of the tournament’s most unforgettable finals.
The championship clash at New York New Jersey Stadium ended with Spain edging Argentina 1-0 after extra time, bringing the curtain down on a tense contest that had supporters glued to their screens until the final whistle. As celebrations erupted for the Spanish side, Pakistani actors, singers, and comedians wasted no time sharing their reactions online, with opinions ranging from admiration for Spain’s dominance to heartfelt tributes for Lionel Messi.
Actor Samar Jafri praised Spain’s commanding display, describing them as the clearly superior team on the night. His post applauded the European champions for controlling the game and producing a performance worthy of football’s biggest prize.
Singer and actor Aashir Wajahat took a humorous approach while comparing the two sides. Referring to Spain’s attacking intent, he joked that while Spain registered 22 attempts on goal, Argentina appeared to be making “11 attempted murders,” poking fun at the physical nature of the contest.
Veteran actor Adnan Siddiqui also congratulated Spain while adding his signature sense of humour. He joked that the match felt like comparing modern Wi-Fi with old dial-up internet, suggesting Spain operated on an entirely different level. He further quipped that had Argentina managed to win, both he and Egypt would have unfollowed football—at least for a week.
Not everyone, however, celebrated Spain’s victory without mixed emotions. Singer Asim Azhar summed up his feelings in a brief but widely shared post, writing that while Lionel Messi deserved the glory, Argentina as a team did not. His comment reflected the disappointment many fans felt after the South American champions struggled to match Spain’s intensity.
Actor Talha Chahour also weighed in, making a cheeky remark that football’s "favourite child" did not receive any special treatment this time around. His playful comment quickly became part of the online conversation surrounding the final.
Among the most emotional reactions came from actor Sajal Aly, who dedicated a heartfelt message to Lionel Messi. She described the defeat as deeply painful for millions of fans and thanked the football legend for giving supporters one final magical journey. While acknowledging Spain’s victory, she wrote that history would continue to remember Messi as one of the greatest players the sport has ever seen, insisting that his legacy extends far beyond the result of a single match.
