On July 20th, Beijing time, in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Mexico and Argentina, Spain won 1-0 against Argentina. This was also the first time in 16 years that Spain reached the pinnacle of football.
According to a report by the American magazine People's website on July 21st, after the final match, a Spanish pilot on a flight played a prank on the Argentine fans who were all on the plane through the broadcast.
He said in the broadcast: "Both teams have given their all, but unfortunately, only one team can win this World Cup final. This is an opportunity to congratulate our Argentine friends..."
As soon as the words were spoken, Argentinian fans inside the cabin erupted into cheers.
Right at the moment when everyone was excited, the pilot added the last line: "Because Spain won the World Cup."
This video has received over 12 million views and more than 1.7 million likes. According to Spanish media Página 12, after the pilot said his last words, the excited atmosphere in the cabin quickly turned into silence.
This trick has sparked different opinions. Many people find it interesting, especially after the match ended, when two players from the Argentina team received red cards, and violent conflicts broke out both on and off the field.
But some people believe that this move lacks propriety. Argentine media described this prank as "disgusting" and "a low-brow joke."
