Argentina fans in Buenos Aires burned English flags and paraded a coffin draped in the Union Jack after their World Cup semi-final victory over England, reigniting tensions over the Falklands.
Argentina fans in Buenos Aires burned English flags and carried a coffin draped in the Union Jack after Lautaro Martinez's stoppage-time winner beat England 2-1 in the World Cup quarter-final.
Argentina's government protested after players held a 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' banner post-England win. The Falklands sovereignty dispute reignites, with FIFA likely to discipline players.
Diego Maradona died at 60 in 2020 from heart failure. His controversial death led to charges against his medical team. He fathered at least eight children and left a £75m estate that sparked legal battles.
Antonio Rattín, the Argentine captain whose 1966 World Cup expulsion sparked the introduction of yellow and red cards, has died aged 89. His refusal to leave the pitch after being sent off against England led to a lasting legacy in football.
Argentina will block around 13,000 child support defaulters from entering 2026 World Cup stadiums in the US, Canada, and Mexico, using a digital Fan ID system linked to a debtor database.
Argentine TV presenter Ernestina Pais, 54, died after her car was struck by a train at a level crossing in Buenos Aires. Witnesses tried to help but doors were jammed.
Argentina secured a 2-1 victory over Algeria in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match, with goals from Lautaro Martinez and Paulo Dybala.
Macarena Distefano, 30, was arrested in Argentina for alleged drug dealing after investigators said her 24 subscribers couldn't fund her lavish lifestyle shown on social media.
Carlos 'Indio' Solari, Argentina's most popular musician, drew hundreds of thousands to his wake, highlighting his unique cultural impact.