Former Chelsea midfielder Craig Burley has launched a scathing attack on Argentina following their 1-0 extra-time defeat to Spain in the FIFA World Cup final on Sunday.
Spain secured the title in New Jersey courtesy of Ferran Torres’ decisive extra-time strike, ending Argentina’s hopes of lifting the trophy.
Reacting to the final on ESPN, Burley criticised Lionel Scaloni’s side for what he described as an unacceptable display, accusing the team of lacking quality on the ball while engaging in unnecessary off-the-ball antics.
“I’d go as far as to say Argentina were a complete and utter disgrace,” Burley said.
“Both with their performance and their antics. We expected the antics, we expected the off-the-ball stuff, but also expected a lot more on the ball, a lot more purpose, a lot more about their play.
“They were utter shambles, disgusting, disgraceful. And yeah, I am so pleased Spain won.
“To put that kind of performance in a World Cup final, that negative… it was a disgusting performance.”
Burley’s comments came after Spain’s disciplined display earned them victory in a tightly contested final, with Torres’ extra-time winner proving the difference between the two sides.
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