Argentina team faces backlash over controversial locker-room chant
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 4:21 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
The Argentine national soccer team is facing criticism after a video of their locker-room celebration went viral. One chant, which includes the line "A minute of silence for England, who is dead," has drawn outrage among fans. This incident follows the team's previous displays of nationalism, including a banner stating, "The Malvinas belong to Argentina." The celebrations occurred in conjunction with their recent matches, prompting discussions about sportsmanship and national pride.
- •Argentina's locker-room celebrations went viral.
- •A chant mocking England has sparked outrage.
- •The team previously displayed national pride with a banner.
- •The incident could impact public sentiment towards the team.
- 4:21 AMYahoo Sports — 🎥 Controversial Argentine chant: a minute's silence for England...
"The Argentine national team is back in the eye of the storm after footage of their locker-room celebrations went viral. Although chants are common, one in particular sparked outrage among some fans, ...
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