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FIFA Probes Argentina's Falklands Banner

FIFA Probes Argentina's Falklands Banner

FIFA is investigating Argentina's display of a Falklands sovereignty banner after their World Cup semi-final win over England, with the UK demanding action.

The White House indicated support for Argentina's protest, with the US government insisting it is protected under the First Amendment.

Argentina's president Javier Milei said he will not attend the final, citing superstition, while the squad reportedly still has the banner.

Spain's Aymeric Laporte called out Argentina over the incident, and FIFA is expected to break its own laws in handling the matter, with a fine rather than sporting sanctions anticipated.

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Argentina
Country in South America
Falkland Islands
Archipelago in the South Atlantic Ocean, and a British Overseas Territory, disputed by Argentina
FIFA
International governing body of association football
United Kingdom
Island country in north-west Europe
Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)