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Argentina's Falklands Chant Ignites England Rivalry
15 Jul
Summary
- Argentina players sang a song referencing the 1982 Falklands War.
- This chant reignited the historic rivalry between Argentina and England.
- The semi-final match is scheduled for Thursday morning.
Argentine players' post-match celebrations have intensified the historic rivalry with England. Footage emerged of the team chanting a song referencing the 1982 Falklands War, an event that has long fueled animosity between the two nations.
The chant, 'Las Malvinas, por Diego and por la ultima de Leo,' translates to 'for the Falklands, for Diego and for Leo's last.' This historical context underscores the deep-seated tension that football matches between Argentina and England have often represented.
The rivalry's footballing history includes contentious World Cup quarter-final matches in 1966 and 1986. The 1986 encounter famously featured Diego Maradona's 'Hand of God' goal and a dazzling solo effort against England, while the 1998 match saw David Beckham sent off.
With Lionel Messi's Argentina set to face England in the semi-finals on Thursday morning, this historical backdrop promises a fiercely contested match, with past grievances likely to play a significant role.
