FIFA opens disciplinary case against Argentina national team

FIFA have opened disciplinary proceedings against Argentina’s football association (AFA) and its players for several alleged breaches at the World ​Cup, including the holding up of a banner ‌asserting sovereignty over the Falkland Islands, Reuters writes.

Following Argentina’s semi-final victory over England in Atlanta, some players brandished a banner declaring “Las Malvinas Son Argentinas” (“The Falklands are ​Argentine”).

FIFA will examine whether the display violated the organization’s rules, which prohibit political statements and displays during competitions.

The disciplinary proceedings will also look into possible additional breaches related to team conduct and match organization.