Following their 2-1 World Cup semifinal victory over England on Wednesday, July 16th, 2026, Argentine players held up a banner asserting that the Falkland Islands belong to Argentina. This political message has led the UK to call for an investigation by FIFA, the sport's governing body, as political statements are prohibited under FIFA regulations.

The incident occurred during the 2026 World Cup in Europe and has sparked controversy given the sensitive nature of the Falkland Islands dispute between Argentina and the UK.

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