Argentina’s post-match celebrations against England were shrouded in controversy (Picture: EPA)The Argentine Football Association has created a special day to commemorate their side’s victory over England at the 2026 World Cup. England and Argentina renewed their fierce rivalry for the first time in 21 years when both sides reached the semi-finals of this summer’s World Cup. And while Argentina would ultimately go on to lose in the final to Spain, the South Americans have decided to celebrate their achievements at this World Cup by creating ‘National Football Teams Day’. Enzo Fernandez scored in Argentina’s win over England (Picture: Reuters)‘The date was chosen to commemorate the Albiceleste’s great and historic victory over England in the semi-final of the 2026 World Cup,’ the association confirmed in a statement. The banner drew uproar from the UK government, with Fifa eventually charging Argentina for the banner following their World Cup final defeat.