Piers Morgan Reignites Falklands War Controversy With Attacks on Argentine Football Team

British journalist Piers Morgan reignited controversy following Argentina's 2-1 victory over England in the 2026 World Cup semifinals. Instead of focusing on the sport, Morgan used his social media to launch personal and political attacks against the Argentine team, escalating tensions after England's elimination.

The conflict began when Argentine players, including Giovani Lo Celso and Lisandro Martínez, celebrated their advancement to the final with a flag stating "The Malvinas are Argentine." Morgan's immediate and aggressive response on X read: "Classless idiots. I hope Spain crushes you as badly in the final as we crushed you in the Falklands War."

Far from backing down, Morgan intensified his provocative stance hours later. He posted again, "I've had a lot of very angry Argentinians throwing insults at me for this post. Calm down… it's not my fault you lost the Falklands War, and it's not my fault Spain is going to swallow you whole on Sunday."

Argentine Economy Minister Luis Caputo responded to Morgan's remarks, stating on X, "Argentina may win or lose the next match. But two things will happen for sure: Argentinians will celebrate regardless, and you will continue to be mediocre and resentful." Caputo previously clashed with Morgan, mocking his journalistic criteria and his controversial assertion that Cristiano Ronaldo is superior to Lionel Messi.

Morgan's career has been marked by controversy, including his dismissal from the News of the World and Daily Mirror for publishing fake photos and his departure from television after questioning Meghan Markle's testimonies. In sports, he maintains a close relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo and has repeatedly favored Diego Maradona over Lionel Messi.

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Argentina puede ganar o perder el próximo partido. Pero dos cosas van a pasar seguro: los argentinos vamos a celebrar igualmente, y vos vas a seguir siendo un mediocre y resentido.