Angel Di María praises Falklands banner

Angel Di María, Rosario Central player, has praised the Falklands banner displayed by the Argentina national team against England. The banner, which read 'The Falkland Islands are Argentinian', caused controversy and strong reactions in the football world.

Di María, who won the 2022 World Cup, said the banner was 'really beautiful' and reflected the passion and dedication of the Argentine players. 'For us Argentinians, everything was a bit mixed up and what they did at the end was something really beautiful for everyone', he said.

What happened?

The Falklands banner was displayed by the Argentina national team after their victory in the match against England in the World Cup. The banner caused controversy and strong reactions in the football world, with some British politicians and officials criticizing the action of the Argentine players.

Why it matters for Rosario Central?

The Falklands banner is a sensitive topic for the Argentina national team and for the players of Rosario Central, who feel proud of their Argentine heritage. The display of the banner was a gesture of pride and passion, and reflected the dedication and determination of the Argentine players.

What comes next?

The Argentina national team will play their next match in the World Cup against Spain. The Argentine players, including Di María, are ready to face the challenge and demonstrate their skills on the field.

Currently, Rosario Central is in 11th place in the Copa de la Liga Profesional with 15 points, 4 wins, 3 draws and 7 losses in 14 games. Their last match was a 0-1 loss against Estudiantes L.P. on November 23, 2025. In their last 5 matches, Rosario Central has lost 4 times and drawn once, with a streak of 4 consecutive losses.