LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The World Cup final did not end the way Argentina fans hoped, but supporters in Little Rock say the memories, friendships and sense of community created during the tournament will last far beyond the final whistle.
Fans packed Buenos Aires Grill and Cafe in downtown Little Rock on Sunday to watch Argentina take on Spain in the championship match. Argentina fell 1-0, ending its hopes of lifting another World Cup trophy.
Spain wins the World Cup by beating Argentina 1-0 on Ferran Torres’ goal in extra time
Despite the loss, supporters said the tournament brought people together and created a special connection among fans.
“For the people of Argentina, to feel this, to have that community, to be able to cheer, it’s the best feeling I’ve ever felt,” Little Rock resident Daniel Rafael Beltram said…