Argentina beat England 2:1 overnight, advancing to the World Cup final against Spain, according to a report from Abu Ali Express. After the match, Argentina players displayed a sign reading 'Las Malvinas son argentinas' (The Falklands are Argentine). The result conflicts with earlier reports that suggested an England victory.
Argentina's reported 2-1 victory over England in the World Cup semifinal, sending them to the final against Spain, has been accompanied by a political taunt from the players. According to a report from Abu Ali Express, Argentina players displayed a sign reading 'Las Malvinas son argentinas' (The Falklands are Argentine) after the match, referencing the long-standing dispute over the Falkland Islands, which are a British Overseas Territory.
The match result itself has been a subject of confusion. Earlier at 00:56 Jerusalem time, Channel 12 reported that England had won 2-1, contradicting the result now reported by Abu Ali Express. The earlier report also noted that Argentina players had celebrated with a Falklands sign, suggesting that a post-match celebration occurred regardless of the outcome. The Zioneer reported earlier at 02:59 that Argentina players were celebrating with the sign after a reported win.
The latest report from Abu Ali Express, published at 08:53 Jerusalem, states that Argentina won 2-1 after coming from behind, with England leading until the 85th minute. The report also claims that Spain will be Argentina's opponent in the final.
The conflicting reports highlight the fluid nature of information during the tournament. The result remains unconfirmed by official sources.
3 developments
- StrongChannel 12 reports England beat Argentina 2-1, contradicting earlier result
- DevelopingArgentina beats Switzerland 3-1 in extra time, Messi scoreless, to face England in semifinal
- DevelopingCape Verde equalizes twice but Argentina survives 3-2 extra-time thriller to reach round of 16
- DevelopingEngland beats Congo 2-1, Kane scores brace; Round of 16 vs Mexico set
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