Messi says Argentina's defeat by Spain left immense pain
Spain celebrates a World Cup victory as Lionel Messi describes the "immense pain" of Argentina's defeat.
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The brief
Spain has won the World Cup, defeating Argentina in the final. In Madrid, celebrations are underway, including a parade attended by nearly 2 million people.
Lionel Messi has thanked Argentinian fans, stating that the wound from the loss will take time to heal. Coverage from Reuters, NPR, and FOX Sports emphasizes the scale of Spanish celebrations and the team ethos under Luis de la Fuente.
Conversely, The New York Times has focused on Argentina's conduct during the final and the future of the team as they move on from Messi. Future focus remains on Argentina's recovery from the defeat and the continuing celebrations for the Spanish champions.
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Quick answers
How did Lionel Messi react to the loss?
Messi stated that the defeat left immense pain and noted that the wound will take time to heal.
How many people attended Spain's homecoming parade?
Almost 2 million people attended the parade.
Who is credited with the winning ethos for Spain?
ESPN attributes the victory to the team ethos of Luis de la Fuente.
Coverage (12)
- Scores celebrate Spain's 'Kings of the World' win in exhilarated Madrid Reuters · 18h ago
- Spain's World Cup champions return home for parade in front of almost 2 million NPR · 18h ago
- Lionel Messi, Argentina and the challenge of moving on from a GOAT The New York Times · 18h ago
- How Spain built a soccer identity that conquered the world AP News · 18h ago
- I went to the World Cup final. Here's what got fans cheering Yahoo · 18h ago
- Spain Celebrates Both a Soccer Win and a Sense of Wider Success The New York Times · 18h ago
- Lionel Messi thanks Argentina fans: ‘Wound will take time to heal’ Reuters · 18h ago
- Method Beats Madness at the World Cup Final The New Yorker · 18h ago
- Luis de la Fuente's team ethos won the World Cup for Spain ESPN · 18h ago
- Spain's World Cup Parade Highlights, From Yamal And His Brother To Joyful Fans FOX Sports · 18h ago
- Argentina disgraced themselves, and the World Cup final, with their charmless petulance The New York Times · 18h ago
- Messi says Argentina's defeat by Spain left immense pain Reuters · 18h ago
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