Tottenham Hotspur has sparked widespread controversy on X after posting a congratulatory message to their Argentine defender Cristian Romero, following his national team's qualification for the 2026 World Cup final at the expense of England, winning 2-1.
The post has caused a wave of anger among several English fans, especially after Romero celebrated post-match by raising a banner asserting the Falkland Islands' allegiance to Argentina, a move many considered politically charged and sensitive.
The issue of the Falkland Islands, referred to as "Malvinas" by Argentinians, is one of the most sensitive files in the history of relations between Argentina and the United Kingdom, due to the ongoing dispute over sovereignty of the islands for decades.
While Argentine fans viewed Romero's celebration as a display of national pride, many English supporters felt that the timing of the celebration, coming right after their team's elimination from the semi-finals, intensified the controversy surrounding the player's actions and the London club's post.
Argentina will clash with Spain in the 2026 World Cup Final on Sunday, July 19.
