UK urges FIFA to investigate Argentina over Falklands banner
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
The UK government has urged FIFA to investigate Argentina's national team after players displayed a banner claiming sovereignty over the disputed Falkland Islands following their 2-1 victory over England in the World Cup semifinal in Atlanta. The banner, which read "Las Malvinas son argentinas," was shown during post-match celebrations. UK Business Secretary Peter Kyle criticized the players' actions as inappropriate and called for a thorough investigation. FIFA's disciplinary code prohibits political messages at sporting events, with fines ranging from $5,000 to $20,000. Argentina's coach Lionel Scaloni emphasized the team's commitment to winning the World Cup final against Spain.
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