Antonio Rattin, regarded as one of Argentina's finest midfielders, has passed away at age 89. The Boca Juniors stalwart spent his entire career at the Buenos Aires club from 1956 to 1970, making 382 appearances and winning four domestic championships whilst representing his country internationally between 1959 and 1969.

Rattin is historically significant for his protest during Argentina's 1966 World Cup quarter-final loss to England. After receiving a red card from German referee Rudolf Kreitlein with whom communication was hindered by language differences, Rattin refused to exit the pitch, damaged the corner flag, and sat on the ceremonial carpet reserved for Queen Elizabeth II. This incident prompted FIFA to adopt the yellow and red card system at the 1970 World Cup to prevent similar misunderstandings between officials and players from different nations.