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Argentina Stays Firm on Falklands Islands, Ruling Out Rugby Clash

Argentina Stays Firm on Falklands Islands, Ruling Out Rugby Clash

The rivalry between England and Argentina in the world of sports is no secret, with tensions running high between the two nations.

Some 36 years ago, England's rugby squad took part in the first tour of Argentina by a British sporting team since the end of the war, but their visit was marred by violence and hostilities from the stands.

The issue of the Falkland Islands continues to rear its head, with a post on the Pumas' social media accounts earlier this year highlighting the islands as part of Argentinian territory.

Players of Argentina form a huddle following the 2026 Nations Championship match between Argentina and Wales at Estadio San Juan del Bicentenario on July 11, 2026 in San Juan, Argentina. (Photo by Marcos Brindicci/Nations Championship via Getty Images)

The graphic map showing the location of Argentina's home fixtures remains pinned to the top of Los Pumas' Instagram page, despite the controversy surrounding the football team's provocative banner.

England has won all five of their meetings with Argentina in the Steve Borthwick era, including their most recent clash at Allianz Stadium in November, but the match is expected to be intense as the two teams face off on the field.

England captain Jamie George described the rivalry as "a big one now," adding that when they play Argentina, they're "very aware that they're an incredibly proud nation and it's going to be hostile."

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England's team has been forced to change hotel in Buenos Aires on Sunday night to avoid being caught up in any celebrations should Argentina win the World Cup, highlighting the potential logistical challenges of traveling to the region.

The Falkland Islands are a UK overseas territory, with islanders voting overwhelmingly to remain so in 2013, following an invasion by Argentinian forces in April 1982 that was ultimately repelled by June of the same year.

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