How the world celebrated the national team's triumph

Argentina's dramatic 2-1 victory over England in the World Cup 2026 semifinals has sparked massive celebrations across the globe, cementing their place in the final against Spain. The thrilling match, now etched in football history, saw passionate fans erupt in jubilation.

In Buenos Aires, the iconic Obelisco became the epicenter of a fervent celebration as thousands of fans, armed with flags and vuvuzelas, chanted their support for the national team. Similar scenes unfolded in squares and landmarks throughout Argentina, with social media abuzz with videos of the city streets filled with ecstatic supporters.

The "Albiceleste" faithful also took their celebrations beyond national borders. In North American host cities like Kansas City and New York, Argentinian fans gathered to commemorate the win. The euphoria extended to Tel Aviv, Israel, and even Bangladesh, a nation known for its strong support of the Argentinian team.

In Spain, Argentina's next opponent, expatriate Argentinians and locals alike took to the streets of cities like Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia, and Seville to celebrate the crucial semifinal victory. Even in the United Kingdom, where the match was played, celebrations were noted in Cardiff, Glasgow, and Edinburgh, with both Argentinian fans and locals joining in the festivities.

The intensity of the celebrations was palpable in the United States, the tournament's host nation. Argentinian supporters lingered long after the match at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, continuing their chants and revelry in the stadium's corridors, savoring their team's second consecutive World Cup final qualification.