Spanish pilot pranks Argentine passengers over World Cup final result

Following the 2022 World Cup final, a Spanish aircraft captain conducted a prank on his passengers over the intercom system. The pilot initially addressed the Argentine passengers, who were wearing Lionel Messi jerseys, and congratulated them as if Argentina had won the tournament. This announcement prompted immediate celebrations among the travelers in the cabin. Seconds later, the pilot revealed that Spain had won instead, causing the celebrations to cease instantly. The incident was captured on video and subsequently went viral on social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram. While the pilot intended it as a joke, the event drew criticism from media outlets in Argentina, which labeled the act as distasteful. Critics argued that such misinformation could have potentially incited tension or conflict among the passengers on board.