JERUSALEM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday expressed support for Argentina ahead of its FIFA World Cup final clash against Spain, after receiving a national team jersey from Argentina’s ambassador to Israel.
Netanyahu said he would be supporting Argentina in the final and highlighted his close relationship with Argentine President Javier Milei.
The Argentine ambassador presented Netanyahu with the football jersey during a meeting ahead of the highly anticipated match.
Argentina, led by captain Lionel Messi, will face Spain in the World Cup final as both teams compete for the tournament title.
Netanyahu’s comments come amid strong diplomatic ties between Israel and Argentina under Milei’s administration. The Argentine president has maintained close relations with Israel and has expressed support for strengthening bilateral cooperation.
The World Cup final is expected to draw global attention, with fans across the world backing both teams ahead of the decisive match.