World Cup Final Reactions: "We Have Won Everything. Everything. And That Is Beautiful."

Spain has claimed the World Cup title, defeating Argentina in a closely contested final. Coach Luis de la Fuente was overcome with emotion, celebrating the team's achievement. "I am very emotional," he stated, "We have won everything. Everything. And that is beautiful. I am proud, proud of this team and this generation that has prevailed with this playing style."

Midfielder Mikel Merino echoed the sentiment, calling the victory "insane" and "simply unbelievable." Goalkeeper Unai Simón emphasized the team's collective effort, noting that winning a World Cup requires consistent "world-class level." He highlighted Spain's steady improvement throughout the tournament, staying true to their goal despite a shaky start. "We kept going because we wanted to reach the final," Simón said.

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I am very emotional. We have won everything. Everything. And that is beautiful. I am proud, proud of this team and this generation that has prevailed with this playing style.

Forward Nico Williams spoke of a triumph whose magnitude the team is still processing. "I don't think we are aware of what this actually means, but we are very happy. It's insane," he commented. Williams stressed the importance of team unity, stating, "Everyone is here to contribute, no one is allowed to act like a small star, we work for everyone." For Williams, who described it as a difficult year, it was "the happiest day of my life."

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It is the madness, what we have achieved. Simply unbelievable.

On the other side, deep disappointment settled over Argentina. Lionel Messi was seen in tears after the 0-1 loss in extra time. With a silver medal around his neck, the 39-year-old superstar let his emotions show, remaining silent about his future with the national team. Coach Lionel Scaloni also left his future open. "I will talk to the federation president, I don't know if I have the energy to tackle it again," Scaloni said after the final whistle. He had led Argentina to their third World Cup title in 2022.

Scaloni accepted the defeat with grace, congratulating Spain on their deserved victory and thanking his players and the nation. "We gave everything. Giving everything like they did today is a great example for our people and for our country," Scaloni stated on the field. He acknowledged the difficulty of the loss but praised his team's effort. "Of course, we would have liked to win, but one must accept the result. When you give everything like this, it is very hard to fault anything."

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To win a World Cup, you have to show world-class level consistently.

Later, Scaloni had to cut a press conference short due to tears. "A wonderful group like this hardly forms again, and it hurts my soul," he said. "It is very difficult, and it is truly painful. I am very sorry." He then left the stage, visibly weeping.

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We kept going because we wanted to reach the final.