Lisandro Martínez was injured in the first half of the 2026 World Cup final and watched Spain lift the trophy. Argentina lost 1-0. And although the blow was devastating, Licha did not hide.
Days later, he posted a very long message on Instagram: he thanked his teammates, coaching staff, and every fan who supported them. He congratulated Spain on “their deserved title” without excuses or jabs.
But then he dropped the phrase everyone is repeating: “The fall of the great is the happiness of the mediocre”. A direct response to those who celebrated Argentina’s setback on social media.
Alexis Mac Allister posted something similar two days later. The World Cup was lost, but pride, Licha says, is non-negotiable.