“Need Time for Wounds to Heal”… Argentina Team, Once Somber, Brightens Upon Seeing Fans

The Argentina national football team, which finished as runners-up in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, returned home via Ezeiza International Airport in Buenos Aires on July 20 (local time).

Despite the inclement weather, fans took to the streets to welcome the team, but the players wore heavy expressions, still feeling the disappointment of their loss in the final.

Captain Lionel Messi, who did not return with the squad, shared his thoughts on completing his sixth World Cup through social media.

"Sports Mug" brings you the story of the Argentina national team's somber journey home.

Reported by Jinhyeong Park | Produced by Sports Reporting Department
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