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Explained: What is the controversy over Argentina’s ‘Las Malvinas’ Falkland Islands? Why FIFA may act on the flag of the World Cup |: Football News:

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NEW DELHI: Argentina’s dramatic 2-1 comeback win over England in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal was followed by a fresh controversy. After the final whistle at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Argentina midfielder Giovani Lo Celso celebrated with a banner that read “Las Malvinas son Argentinas” – a slogan linked to Argentina’s claim to … Read more

Argentina risk FIFA sanction after Falkland Islands flag during England victory celebrations Football News:

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Argentina could face disciplinary action from FIFA after its players celebrated their FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final victory over England by displaying a flag supporting the country’s claim to the Falkland Islands.The defending champions staged a dramatic comeback in Atlanta, scoring twice late in the match to beat Thomas Tuchel’s England 2-1 and book a … Read more