World Cup holders Argentina celebrated their semi-final win over England by displaying a banner referencing the 1982 Falklands war, after coming from behind to reach a second straight final, according to the Guardian.
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Key facts
- Argentina beat England in the World Cup semi-final in Atlanta
- Players celebrated with a banner reading 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas'
- The banner references the 1982 Falklands war
- Argentina trailed 1-0 with five minutes to go before scoring twice
- They will face Spain in the final in New Jersey on Sunday
Argentina’s players celebrated their World Cup semi-final victory over England by displaying a banner reading “Las Malvinas son Argentinas”, a message referencing the 1982 Falklands war, according to the Guardian.
The reigning World Cup holders were trailing 1-0 with five minutes remaining in the semi-final in Atlanta. The team then rallied and scored twice in quick succession to secure the win, the Guardian reported.
The comeback sends Argentina through to a second straight World Cup final, where they will meet Spain in New Jersey on Sunday.
The banner references the Falkland Islands conflict of 1982, a war fought between Argentina and the United Kingdom over the islands.
Why it matters
The gesture links a high-profile sporting result to the 1982 Falklands war, giving the moment political as well as sporting significance.
Frequently asked questions
What did the Argentina banner say?
The banner read 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas', which references the 1982 Falklands war, according to the Guardian.
How did Argentina beat England?
Argentina were 1-0 down with five minutes to go in the semi-final in Atlanta but rallied and scored twice in quick succession to win.
Who will Argentina face in the final?
Argentina will face Spain in the World Cup final in New Jersey on Sunday.
Timeline
- ‘Falklands are Argentinian’: Celebrations over England win revive old wounds
Al Jazeera: The Falkland Islands have been at the heart of a long-running dispute between the United Kingdom and Argentina.
- Argentina’s Falklands banner sparks controversy at World Cup
Al Jazeera: Argentina players held up a banner declaring ‘Las Malvinas son Argentinas’ after beating England.
- ‘Malvinas are Argentinian’: World Cup holders celebrate win over England with Falklands banner
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