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Argentina marks 2026 World Cup semifinal win
Argentina advanced to the 2026 World Cup final after defeating England 2-1 in the semi-finals, despite being behind until the 85th minute. Led by Lionel Scaloni, Argentina was initially trailing by a goal, but Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez scored two goals that dramatically changed the course of the match. As a result, the Argentine Football Association announced July 15th as an official "National Football Team Day" in honor of this historic victory. This win has sparked political controversy, especially after Argentine players displayed a banner asserting sovereignty over the Falkland Islands, which angered Britain and prompted FIFA to launch an investigation. The victory was accompanied by widespread popular enthusiasm and support from the Argentine government, despite Argentina's eventual loss to Spain in the final.
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