Noa Kirel Claims She Predicted World Cup Results Amid Argentina's Victory

Following Argentina's decisive win securing their place in the World Cup final, Israeli singer Noa Kirel asserted on her Instagram Story that she had predicted the tournament's outcomes in advance. She referenced a music video released two months ago, accompanying a song launched eight days prior to her statement, which sparked significant controversy on social media.

In the video, Kirel is seen stopping penalty kicks from a Spanish national team player, a scene that drew sharp criticism from the Spanish newspaper 'Público.' The publication, known for its critical stance on Israel, interpreted the choreography as a provocative political statement related to Israel's military actions in Gaza. Spanish-Moroccan sports journalist Leyla Ahmed also attacked Kirel on social media, mocking her husband Daniel Peretz, a goalkeeper currently playing in Germany's second division, calling him "the worst Bayern goalkeeper of the century."

Kirel responded to the backlash with a lighthearted selfie on Instagram, captioned in Spanish, "Spain, calm down." This exchange highlights the intersection of sports, politics, and entertainment amid the ongoing World Cup. The tournament continues to captivate global audiences, with Argentina and Lionel Messi once again reaching the final, while Spain awaits another chance to advance.

The controversy underscores the heightened sensitivities surrounding the World Cup, where cultural expressions can quickly become politicized. No further statements from Kirel or her representatives have been reported, and the World Cup progresses toward its conclusion.