FIFA open disciplinary proceedings after Argentina's Falklands banner vs England

FIFA have opened up disciplinary proceedings against the Argentinian FA for their display of a Falklands-themed banner against England during the World Cup.

A number of players were seen parading the flag after their 2-1 win against England in Atlanta earlier this month. The banner read 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas', which translates to 'The Falklands are Argentine'.

Former Spurs player Giovani Lo Celso, as well as current star Cristian Romero, were seen celebrating with the banner, while the former then laid it on the floor in front of the Argentina fans. An investigation was launched by FIFA in the immediate aftermath

And FIFA have now confirmed that they are taking disciplinary action for the display of the banner, as well as the behaviour of a host of the side's players throughout the tournament. A statement from FIFA accused Argentina of: "Using a sports event for demonstrations of a non-sporting nature, team misconduct, and discrimination and racist abuse, as well as order and security at matches in light of discriminatory chants and gestures, late kick-offs, failure to comply with match and security protocols, the display of inappropriate messages by the team and spectators and the throwing of objects by spectators in several matches."

One of the other games that FIFA have been taking a close look at is the final itself. They have charged Nahuel Molina and Leandro Paredes for assault for their respective parts in a post-match brawl in New Jersey. The former has been charged with two counts, one completed and one attempted, while Paredes faces three counts.

Argentina coach Roberto Ayala is also facing one count. Molina and Thiago Almada are also facing additional FIFA charges of unsporting behaviour, alongside Spain midfielder Gavi.

The charges come after a leaked letter from FIFA president Gianni Infantino was shared in which he congratulated Argentine Football Association president Claudio Tapia for the "professionalism" his side showed throughout the tournament.

Argentina eventually lost the final 1-0 to Spain, Ferran Torres' extra time strike securing victory for Luis de la Fuente's men. They booked their spot in the final with a controversial semi-final win against England.

Anthony Gordon had given the Three Lions the lead, only for goals from Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez to turn the game on its head.

Controversy continues to surround FIFA and Infantino, having unveiled a plan to sell a share in the World Cup to foreign investors - a plot that has been met with serious opposition by UEFA, the FA and even UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham.