“Whoever does not jump will not play in the final.” Argentine newspapers celebrate with a headline mocking the English
Yesterday, the Argentine press celebrated the qualification of its country to the final of the 2026 World Cup after defeating England 2-1, and described the confrontation as a “historic clash,” stressing that the “Albiceleste” team succeeded once again in touching the feelings of the Argentines.
La Nacion, one of the most prominent newspapers in the country, wrote: “The team once again touched the heart of Argentina and the farthest part of England, and began dreaming of a new historic title.”
She added, “In an exciting match, the team played and fought for millions of Argentines, and achieved a victory that will remain forever in memory.”
For its part, the newspaper Clarín headlined: “With a pure heart…Argentina turns the tables on England,” considering that “Albiceleste has consolidated its position as the best team in the history of Argentine sports.”
As for the sports newspaper Ouellet, it described the players as “heroes,” praising a “historic comeback” that included a “new epic” for the team.
In a sarcastic headline, the newspaper Bakhina/12 wrote: “Whoever does not jump… will not play in the final,” in a variation on the famous chant of Argentine fans: “Whoever does not jump is English.”
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