Islamabad, July 20, 2026 – The Europe Today: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday congratulated Spain on its victory in the FIFA World Cup 2026, praising the team for its outstanding performance and applauding the successful organization of the tournament by the co-hosts and FIFA.
In a post on X, the prime minister extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Spanish national team for securing the prestigious title, commending the players for demonstrating exceptional skill, unity, discipline, and teamwork throughout the competition.
Prime Minister Shehbaz also congratulated U.S. President Donald Trump and the people of the United States on the successful hosting of the historic tournament, lauding the country’s exceptional arrangements that contributed to the event’s success.
He further expressed appreciation to the governments and people of Mexico and Canada for their valuable partnership in co-hosting the FIFA World Cup, describing their contribution as instrumental in ensuring the tournament was conducted with distinction.
The prime minister also praised FIFA President Gianni Infantino and the entire FIFA organization for successfully staging one of the world’s largest sporting events, saying their efforts would further strengthen football’s position as a truly global sport.
Highlighting the broader significance of the tournament, Prime Minister Shehbaz said the FIFA World Cup had once again demonstrated that sport serves as a universal language capable of transcending borders, bringing nations together, and inspiring people across the world.
He expressed hope that the spirit of friendship, unity, and international cooperation witnessed during the tournament would continue long after the final whistle, fostering stronger ties among nations through the power of sport.
