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What punishment could Argentina face for Falklands banner?

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Argentina could face disciplinary action from Fifa after several of their players celebrated with a banner supporting their country’s claims to the Falkland Islands following the World Cup win over England.

The defending champions came from behind to beat England 2-1 in the semi-final and advance to a decider against Spain.

Following the final whistle, Argentina players including Giovani Lo Celso were pictured with a banner bearing the words “Las Malvinas son Argentinas” – which translates as “The Falklands are Argentine”.

The Atlantic archipelago is a British overseas territory but Argentina maintains a claim to the islands, situated about 300 miles off its coast, having fought a war in 1982.

655 Argentine and 255 British servicemen, and three people from the islands, died in the 74-day conflict.

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The Argentine Football Association (AFA) was previously fined £20,000 by Fifa in 2014 after Argentina’s players held up a banner with the same message.

The governing body said the actions, which followed a friendly win over Slovenia, had breached rules on political action and team misconduct. Argentina fans have chanted songs referencing the islands throughout this World Cup.

Fifa has been contacted for comment.

Government minister Peter Kyle was disappointed by the banner.

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“I had left and gone to bed before the banner came onto the pitch, but I saw the images this morning, and of course, it’s entirely inappropriate,” the business secretary told Sky News.

“Politics should stay away from football. That is a very clear principle of the World Cup, but any consequences that come from that is now a decision for Fifa.”

Argentina will take on Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday.

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Ihezuo Backs Super Falcons to Defend WAFCON Title, Eyes World Cup Ticket

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Super Falcons forward Chinwendu Ihezuo has expressed confidence that Nigeria can successfully defend their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title and qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

The 14th edition of the tournament will take place in Morocco from 26 July to 16 August.

Ihezuo admitted that this year’s competition will be more difficult than the previous edition because teams will also be battling for places at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

  • There has been strong criticism from Nigerian and African football fans after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced the WAFCON 2024 Best XIThere has been strong criticism from Nigerian and African football fans after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced the WAFCON 2024 Best XI

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“This tournament will be much tougher,” Ihezuo said.

“Last year, there was no World Cup ticket to fight for. Once the tournament begins, every team will focus on qualifying for the World Cup. As defending champions, we cannot afford to be over-confident.”

Despite the expected tough challenge, the Pachuca Tuzas striker believes the Super Falcons have the quality and unity to achieve their goals.

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“I believe in the team that we have, our togetherness, hard work and determination. We are not only going for a World Cup ticket but also to retain the trophy,” she added.

Ihezuo also gave an update on her fitness after spending time on the sidelines with an injury.

The former Nigeria junior international said she has fully recovered and is ready to rejoin the Super Falcons for the tournament.

“God has been great and I give Him all the glory. I am now fully fit and recovered. My club is currently in pre-season, but I am ready to fly to Morocco and join the Super Falcons to make Nigeria proud,” she said.

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Nigeria will be aiming to win a record-extending 11th Women’s AFCON title when the tournament kicks off later this month.

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Flyers, Trevor Zegras agree to four-year contract

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After a breakout 2025-26 campaign, Trevor Zegras is staying put in Philadelphia. 

The RFA centre and the Flyers agreed to a four-year deal on Wednesday, holding an average annual value of $9.125 million, the team announced.

 “We’re thrilled to have Trevor committed to our organization for the next four years,” said general manager Daniel Briere in a statement. “The growth he showed this past season, proving that he is the skilled player he entered the league as, reinforced our belief that he will be an impact player for the Flyers for the years to come. He’s the type of player who can help take our team to the next level, and we’re excited to continue building alongside him.”

The new deal comes after Zegras potted career highs in goals (26) and points (67) in 81 games with the Flyers. 

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The 25-year-old spent the previous five seasons with the Anaheim Ducks, but injuries limited Zegras in his final two seasons in Southern California, playing just 86 games over that time and falling down the pecking order on a Ducks team looking to take the next step.