Barcelona president Joan Laporta has thrown his weight behind Spain ahead of the World Cup final, saying a fair referee could be the difference-maker against Argentina.
🇪🇸 Joan Laporta on the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina:
— HF World (@hfworld_) July 17, 2026
"If the referee is fair, Spain have a great chance of winning the match."pic.twitter.com/HXiSNPgVVt
His message: talent alone won’t decide it — impartial officiating will. With Slavko Vincic taking charge Sunday at MetLife Stadium, all eyes are now on the whistle as much as the football.
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