FIFA opens disciplinary proceedings against Argentina over World Cup incidents
FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against the Argentine Football Association (AFA) following several incidents during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including the display of a politically charged Falklands banner after their semi-final victory over England.
The Argentinian Football Association is facing disciplinary proceedings for alleged breaches across multiple matches, including using a sports event for demonstrations of a non-sporting nature (Article 13), team misconduct (Article 14), discrimination and racist abuse (Article 15), and breaches relating to order and security at matches (Article 17).
World Cup 2026 predictions: The top five contenders to lift the trophy this summer
With less than 75 days until the 2026 World Cup kicks off, excitement is building as the world’s top nations prepare to play for football’s ultimate prize.
The United States of America, Canada and Mexico are set to host the 23rd edition of the tournament, promising a summer of fierce competition and unforgettable moments.
With the final play-off spots for the World Cup being decided between March 31 and April 1, the tournament line-up is nearly complete.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Ruben Picardo Ashworth looks at five nations who stand out as the strongest contenders to lift the trophy this summer.