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Argentina fans burn Union Jack ahead of World Cup semifinal against England

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 9:48 PM

Last updated Jul 14, 2026

Argentina fans burn Union Jack ahead of World Cup semifinal against England
Summary

Ahead of their FIFA World Cup semifinal against England, Argentina fans were filmed burning the Union Jack in Escobar, Buenos Aires. The incident occurred following Argentina's victory over Switzerland. Emotional tensions surround the match, stemming from historical conflicts between the two nations. Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni emphasized the need to focus on the game, insisting it should be seen as just a football match. The winner will face Spain in the final, while the loser will compete for third place against France.

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  • •Argentina fans burned the Union Jack in Buenos Aires.
  • •The event occurred before the semifinal against England.
  • •Lionel Scaloni urged focus on the football match.
  • •Winners will meet Spain in the final on Sunday.
  • •Losers will play France for third place.
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Argentina fans took to the streets of Buenos Aires to celebrate their dramatic FIFA World Cup semifinal win against England, burning flags and carrying a coffin draped in a Union Jack

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A group of Argentina fans were filmed burning the Union Jack ahead of La Albiceleste's FIFA World Cup semifinal against England on Wednesday in Atlanta, Georgia

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