He brought politics into that too! Netanyahu announced which country he supports in the World Cup.

He brought politics into that too! Netanyahu announced which country he supports in the World Cup.

10.07.2026 00:00

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that his favorite team in the World Cup is Argentina. Netanyahu stated that the reason for supporting Argentina is not Lionel Messi, but Prime Minister Javier Milei, who is a friend of Israel.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a striking statement regarding the World Cup tournament, where the heart of the football world beats. 

NETANYAHU'S FAVORITE IS ARGENTINA

Announcing his favorite team in the tournament, Netanyahu stated that he wants Argentina to win the cup. Saying, "I support Argentina," Netanyahu noted that the reason is not for Messi but for Prime Minister Javier Milei, whom he supports for the tango players. 

"ISRAEL'S GREATEST FRIEND"

The 76-year-old Benjamin Netanyahu, speaking about Milei, used the words, "He is a real superstar. He is Israel's greatest friend."

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