Was Danhausen responsible for Argentina's World Cup loss?
No — WWE’s Danhausen was not literally responsible for Argentina’s World Cup final loss. After a fan asked whom he would curse ahead of the Spain match, the wrestler named Argentina as a gag. Spain then won 1–0 via Ferran Torres in extra time, and Danhausen quipped online that he “did it again,” leaning into his curse gimmick.
Key Takeaways
- Danhausen jokingly cursed Argentina before the 2026 World Cup final against Spain.
- Spain beat Argentina 1–0 after Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute.
- Argentina failed to register a shot on target in regulation time, per match reports.
- Danhausen later posted “Danhausen did it again” after Spain’s win.
- The viral hex claim is kayfabe tied to his WWE curse persona, not a real cause of the result.
What exactly did Danhausen say before the final?
Shortly before Argentina faced Spain, celebrity breaking news buzz centered on a fan signing moment involving Danhausen. A fan asked which side he would curse for the World Cup final.
According to reporting from Yahoo Sports and HITC, the WWE star answered “Argentina.” A fan video of the exchange circulated on X.
Did Spain really beat Argentina after the so-called curse?
Yes. On July 19, 2026, Spain defeated Argentina 1–0 in the FIFA World Cup final at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford. Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute.
Reports said Argentina did not manage a shot on target in regulation time. Enzo Fernandez was sent off early in extra time for a tackle on Pau Cubarsi, and Torres scored shortly afterward when the ball deflected off goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez.
Spain claimed a second World Cup title and their first since 2010. They also arrived as reigning UEFA Euro 2024 champions.
How did Danhausen react after Argentina’s defeat?
After the final, Danhausen quote-tweeted the curse video on X with the line “Danhausen did it again.” The post played into the same gimmick that fueled his U.S. popularity. Fans also remember him uncursing the New York Knicks before a playoff run that ended with the team’s first title in 50 years, per Yahoo Sports.
Separately, WWE commentator Wade Barrett mocked Argentina’s attacking display online, saying he was “still laughing” at their lack of shots on goal. That reaction underscored how harshly the final was judged — but it does not mean a wrestler’s curse decided the trophy.
In short, Danhausen leaned into viral kayfabe. Spain’s extra-time winner, Argentina’s red card, and a one-sided attacking night explain the sporting outcome far more clearly than any signing-booth hex.