BBC News Mundo
·Jul 2026
What has happened in other cases when footballers have shown political banners like Argentina with the Malvinas/Falklands
Footballers displaying political messages have repeatedly faced sanctions under rules prohibiting political, religious or personal slogans. Argentina’s players risk punishment after showing a Malvinas/Falklands banner following their semifinal win over England. Previous cases include Spanish players sanctioned for chanting about Gibraltar, Swiss players fined for nationalist gestures linked to Kosovo, disputes over Palestinian and Iranian flags, restrictions on LGBTQ+ armbands during the Qatar World Cup, and penalties for personal tributes. Football authorities such as FIFA, UEFA and IFAB generally enforce regulations to prevent political expressions during matches or official events.