Fifa has opened disciplinary ­proceedings against Argentina over the Falkland Islands banner ­displayed after their World Cup semi‑final win against England in Atlanta. A spokesperson for the then UK prime minister, Keir Starmer, said: “The World Cup might not be ours, but the Falkland Islands ­definitely are.” In 2014, Fifa fined Argentina £20,000 for a far larger banner held ‌up by players before a friendly with Slovenia in La Plata. 0:18 Ugly scenes as Argentina lose World Cup final – videoSeveral players are also under investigation in relation to the ­chaotic scenes that followed ­Argentina’s 1-0 extra-time defeat by Spain in the final. “In accordance with the Fifa ­disciplinary code, the respondents have now been provided with the opportunity to present their position, following which a decision will be issued by the Fifa disciplinary committee in due course,” said Fifa.