Flags and Allusions to the Malvinas Prohibited at Argentina-England Match

A high-security protocol will be in place for the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal match between Argentina and England, which has been classified as a "high-risk" event. Authorities are implementing stringent access controls to ensure the game's safety and neutrality.

Notably, the entry of any flags, banners, or clothing referencing the Malvinas Islands will be explicitly forbidden. This measure is part of a broader effort to adhere to FIFA's rules regarding political neutrality during international sporting events.

Argentina's Minister of Security, Alejandra Monteoliva, outlined the agreed-upon guidelines for the match to be held in Georgia, United States. She emphasized that FIFA's regulations concerning political neutrality would be rigorously enforced. "It will be forbidden to enter the match with a flag, jersey, a rag, whatever it is that has a message of political content, or racial provocation," Monteoliva stated in a conversation with Radio La Red.

This specific restriction complements the standard prohibitions on bringing bottles and other prohibited items into the stadium, underscoring the heightened security measures for this particular fixture.

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It will be forbidden to enter the match with a flag, jersey, a rag, whatever it is that has a message of political content, or racial provocation.