Argentina’s victory in England in 2026 FIFA World Cup The semi final sparked huge celebrations in Buenos Aires, but some fans were criticized after burning England flags and displaying coffins decorated with St George’s Cross. Videos and photos also showed supporters singing songs related to the Falklands war, while some carried Falklands flags during the celebrations.The Falkland Islands became a major topic of conversation before, during and after the Games. Before the match, Argentina’s Vice President called England “pirate invaders”, while President Javier Milei reiterated his country’s stance on the islands, saying, “We are doing everything we can to return the Falkland Islands to Argentina.” Authority is non-negotiable.”During the match, fans from both countries mocked each other’s national anthems. Following the match, however, it was scenes of Argentina fans burning England flags that have been making the rounds on television.Watch:After Argentina won 2-1 in Atlanta, several players celebrated with a sign reading “Las Malvinas son Argentinas” (The Falklands are Argentina). Tottenham defenders Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martinez and Giovani Lo Celso were among those seen making the move. Argentina were fined by FIFA in 2014 for displaying a similar banner before matches.Lionel Messi helped Argentina overturn an early deficit and set up two late goals to send the defending champions to the World Cup final and knock out England. After the match, midfielder Leandro Paredes reinforced Argentina’s sentiment, saying that the Falklands “will always be Argentina”.The celebrations also extended to Ushuaia, where fans gathered near the Falklands War memorial. Britain and Argentina fought the Falklands War in 1982 after Argentina seized the islands. The war killed hundreds of people on both sides, and the islands have remained part of the British Overseas Territory ever since. Reports suggest that FIFA may review Argentina’s post-match celebrations for political reasons.
