According to a report by Sky Sports reporter Rob Harris on July 26, Beijing time, FIFA has launched an investigation into the actions of Argentine players who displayed a banner of the Falkland Islands after the World Cup semi-final match against England this summer.
After Argentina's dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, Argentine players displayed a banner on the field that read "Falklands belong to Argentina," sparking considerable controversy after the match.
According to Sky Sports reporter Rob Harris, FIFA has now launched a disciplinary investigation into the Argentine Football Association.
Furthermore, the investigation also covers misconduct by Argentine players during this summer's World Cup, including Molina, Paredes, and Almada, who are accused of attacking opponents and violating sportsmanship. Meanwhile, Spain's Gave has also been accused of unsportsmanlike conduct.
