It was not just another match: the players of the Argentina National Team unfurled a flag in honor of the Falkland Islands

The Argentine National Team's qualification for the final of the 2026 World Cup left an iconic image after the final whistle. Following the 2-1 victory over England in Atlanta, several Argentine players displayed a banner reading "The Falklands are Argentine," despite warnings from the organization about political demonstrations.

After the match at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, a group of players led by Giovani Lo Celso placed a white banner on the grass with the phrase "The Falklands are Argentine."

The clash between Argentina and England had been deemed high-risk by U.S. authorities due to the historical rivalry between the two countries.

For this reason, days before the match, a significant security operation was organized, coordinated between U.S. agencies, FIFA, and representatives from both countries. More than 1,600 personnel were deployed inside and around the stadium to prevent incidents.