Buenos Aires erupts into chaos after Argentina lose World Cup final to Spain [Courtesy/AFP]
Tensions boiled over in the heart of Argentina's capital after the national football team suffered a heartbreaking 1-0 defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.
According to footage seen by TNX Africa, what began as a massive public viewing party around the iconic Obelisk in central Buenos Aires quickly descended into chaos near midnight.
Local media reported that unrest erupted when a section of the crowd attempted to breach safety barricades surrounding the monument.
Riot police responded with tear gas and water cannons after rowdy fans allegedly hurled glass bottles and other debris at officers.
