Argentina win over England in 2026 FIFA World Cup the semi-final sparked massive celebrations in Buenos Aires, but some fans drew criticism after burning England flags and displaying St George’s Cross decorated Sardinians. Videos and photos also showed supporters singing songs related to the Falklands War, while some carried Falklands-themed flags during the celebrations.The Falkland Islands became a major talking point before, during and after the match. Before the game, Argentina’s Vice President referred to England as “usurping pirates”, while President Javier Milei reiterated his country’s claim to the islands, saying: “We are doing everything humanly possible to return the Falkland Islands to Argentine hands. Sovereignty is not negotiable.”During the match, fans of both countries drowned out each other’s national anthems. After the match, however, it was clips of Argentina fans burning England flags that did the rounds on social media.Take a look:After Argentina’s 2-1 win in Atlanta, several players celebrated with a banner that read “Las Malvinas son Argentinas” (The Falklands are Argentine). Tottenham defender Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martinez and Giovani Lo Celso were among those seen posing with him. Argentina were fined by FIFA in 2014 for displaying a similar banner before a friendly.Lionel Messi helped Argentina overturn an early deficit by setting up two late goals to send the defending champions into the World Cup final and knock out England. After the game, midfielder Leandro Paredes reinforced Argentina’s position, saying the Falklands “will always be Argentine”.The celebrations also extended to Ushuaia, where fans gathered near a memorial to veterans of the Falklands War. Britain and Argentina fought the 1982 Falklands War after Argentina invaded the islands. The conflict claimed the lives of hundreds on both sides, and the islands have been a British Overseas Territory ever since. Reports suggest FIFA could again review Argentina’s post-match celebrations over the political flag.