Falkland Fiasco Exposes FIFA's Hypocrisy The World Cup semi final between Argentina and England reignited tensions over the disputed Falkland Islands, also known as Malvinas by Argentines.
The controversy centered on a banner held up by Argentine players asserting sovereignty over the islands during the match.
Just days after the game, British politicians condemned the action, with Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey calling for the players to be disqualified from participating in the final.