World Cup 2026: Argentina Fans Clash With Police In Buenos Aires.
Jul 20, 2026
Buenos Aires, Argentina - July 19, 2026 Thousands of Argentines gathered on Sunday around the Obelisk in the center of the capital to celebrate the national team’s successful showing, despite the final score of 1-0 in favor of Spain in the FIFA World Cup final. However, after several hours of celebration, clashes erupted between some fans and the Buenos Aires police, who deployed water cannons to disperse the crowd. According to police, the disturbances began when a group of people threw bottles at officers. Some fans also breached the fence around the Obelisk. According to police, at least 12 people were arrested during the clashes. SHOTLIST Buenos Aires on 19 July. [Credit: X/ludmilaaa_22]
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