On Wednesday, July 16th, 2026, Argentina’s football players held up a banner declaring “Las Malvinas son Argentinas” (The Falklands are Argentine) after their win against England in the World Cup. The display of the banner referencing the disputed Falkland Islands, known in Argentina as Las Malvinas, has sparked controversy amid the global sporting event.

The incident highlights the ongoing sensitivity surrounding the sovereignty of the Falklands, a long-standing point of contention between Argentina and the United Kingdom. The banner’s appearance during the World Cup match has drawn international attention and debate.

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