Argentina's 2026 World Cup Marred by Racist Incidents and Global Condemnation

Argentina's national team faced worldwide condemnation during the 2026 World Cup over repeated racist incidents involving players and fans. Actor Samuel L. Jackson and French anti-racist groups publicly criticized the team. Many Black Americans rooted against Argentina in the final. The backlash stems from a 2022 racist chant that French anti-racist organizations had flagged before that year's final against France.