Now Argentina’s RUGBY players mock England after World Cup semi-final victory: Stars wear tribute to ‘Hand of God’ kit for Nations Championship clash

Argentina’s rugby stars joined England’s procession after their World Cup victory over their arch-rivals, wearing a jersey that paid homage to Diego Maradona’s 1986 squad.

The players wore jerseys similar to the colors of Argentina’s 1986 World Cup-winning team (made famous by Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ and a stunning solo goal in the win against England) at the Nations Championship match in Santiago del Estero.

Pumas’ limited edition jersey was created to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Argentina lifting their second World Cup.

“With this commemoration, the Argentine Rugby Union and Los Pumas celebrate this legacy and renew their commitment to represent Argentina with the same pride, passion and dedication that distinguishes our national teams,” the Argentine Rugby Union said.

England’s rugby team had to change hotels in Buenos Aires due to the chaos caused by Argentina’s World Cup victory.

Tens of thousands of fans gathered in the Plaza de la República on Wednesday night to celebrate their football team’s 2-1 win over England with a massive street party.

The jersey was made famous by the ‘Hand of God’ that Diego Maradona used to win the 1986 World Cup in Argentina.

Argentine fans also displayed banners announcing their country’s claim to the Falkland Islands.

Flares and fireworks were set off throughout the night, while barricades were erected outside England’s team hotel to provide additional security.

Steve Borthwick’s team were due to return to the same hotel on Sunday but Argentina’s progress to the final means the region is braced for more chaos.

The clash between the two sides comes just days after Argentina broke English hearts in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday.

Argentinian fans attending the Nations Championship match were also seen displaying banners explaining their country’s claim to the Falkland Islands.

FIFA is launching disciplinary proceedings against Argentina after several members of the team held up a banner reading ‘Argentina, son of Las Malvinas’, the country’s term for the South Atlantic islands.

The banner sparked a violent reaction in England; Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said he supported FIFA’s call for an investigation, led by Business Secretary Peter Kyle.

FIFA’s rules ban the use of any political messaging at the World Cup but previously allowed references to the 1982 conflict to persist in a song sung by players in the dressing room throughout the tournament and shared on social media by the country’s federation.

Argentinian star Enzo Fernandez also made fun of England by sharing a photo of himself smiling with Lionel Messi and Leandro Paredes on Instagram.

The post was accompanied by the Oasis hit Wonderwall, which became the soundtrack to England’s World Cup campaign in North America.