Benjamin Netanyahu Reveals Why He Wants Argentina to Win World Cup 2026
Netanyahu said Argentina’s free-market president and Messi’s experience made the defending champions his choice for the tournament.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recently declared his support for Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, citing Lionel Messi's experience and his close political bond with Argentine President Javier Milei.
- "Milei is a great friend of Israel," Netanyahu said, praising the Argentine leader as one of Israel's strongest allies. Since taking office, Milei has pledged to deepen ties between Buenos Aires and Jerusalem.
- Netanyahu also acknowledged Argentina's footballing strength, describing the defending champions as a 'very good team.' He referred to a 'particularly experienced' player, an apparent nod to Messi, whom Netanyahu recalled meeting during a previous match in Israel.
- After a controversial 3-2 win over Egypt, coach Hossam Hassan suggested Argentina received 'favourable treatment,' saying "Perhaps they wanted to keep the world champion in the competition." The allegation reflects broader scrutiny of the tournament's refereeing.
- Argentina now faces Switzerland in the quarter-finals after narrowly advancing through earlier rounds. Top-ranked nations France, Spain, and England remain in separate brackets, positioning them to avoid each other until the semi-finals.
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Benjamin Netanyahu reveals why he wants Argentina to win World Cup 2026
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has expressed his support for Argentina, stating that he wants them to win the tournament. During a recent podcast appearance, Netanyahu explicitly revealed that he is backing La Albiceleste during the World Cup 2026. However, the Prime Minister clarified that his sudden football allegiance was not driven by Argentine legend Lionel […] The post Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu backs Argentina to win World Cup and explai…
With the selection of Israel out of the World Cups since 1970, and in the face of international pressure for boycotts of the team due to the war in Gaza, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared Thursday that he chose Argentina to win in the final challenge of the World Cup, fought in the USA, Mexico and Canada, because of the proximity to President Javier Milei. A statement that adds to other Israeli gestures of support to the team captained …
The Israeli Prime Minister explained in a podcast that his preference for the albiceleste selection responds, first of all, to his closeness with the Argentine president, although he also praised the captain
Netanyahu Says He's Supporting Argentina at 2026 World Cup, Praises Javier Milei as 'Great Friend of Israel'
Benjamin Netanyahu has revealed he is backing Argentina at the 2026 World Cup, citing both Lionel Messi's experience and his close political bond with Argentine President Javier Milei. The Israeli prime minister made the comments during an appearance on the Mojo Podcast, where the conversation briefly shifted from politics to football. Asked which team he was following at the tournament, Netanyahu said he was watching Argentina closely. The host…
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