As Argentina prepares to face Spain in the World Cup final, observers have noted that the squad appears markedly less racially diverse than those of other South American nations. Al Jazeera’s Rahul Pathak examines the historical and social factors behind the team’s predominantly white composition.
Published On 19 Jul 2026
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