Argentina players hold up 'Falklands are Argentine' banner after World Cup victory over England
Argentine football players displayed a banner claiming sovereignty over the Falkland Islands following their World Cup victory over England. The act may violate FIFA regulations regarding political messaging in stadiums.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the intersection of international geopolitical tensions and global sporting events.
Argentina's players hold a banner that translates to "The Falklands are Argentine". ( Getty Images: MB Media )
Argentinian stars held up a 'The Falklands are Argentine' banner after the team's victory over England at the World Cup.
The banner was taken out of the crowd and may contravene FIFA rules about political messaging.
FIFA has said it will only issue fines for bringing the game into disrepute after the tournament has concluded.
Link copied Share Share article Argentina players have held up a political banner declaring "Las Malvinas Son Argentinas" ("The Falklands are Argentine") in the aftermath of their 2-1 victory over England, in an apparent contravention of FIFA rules.
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