Argentina faces potential sanctions after Falklands banner display

Argentinian players displayed a banner reading 'Las Malvinas son argentinas' after their victory over England in the semifinals.

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This gesture reignites the territorial dispute over the Falkland Islands, under British sovereignty.

FIFA may impose sanctions on Argentina for this political message.

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