This is an opinion piece by Daily Mail columnist Jane Fryer, published after England's 1-2 World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, arguing that historical, political and national grievances mean Britain will feel no sympathy towards Argentina despite the result. The piece follows a tense and controversial match in which Argentina progressed to a second consecutive World Cup final, with the aftermath marked by ill-feeling on both sides including disorder among fans.

The context includes Argentina players displaying a banner referencing the Falkland Islands after the game, provoking anger among English fans and commentators, alongside reports of clashes between Jude Bellingham and celebrating Argentina players on the pitch. The defeat also triggered wider fallout in England, including criticism of manager Thomas Tuchel's tactics and substitutions from figures such as Wayne Rooney, doubts from captain Harry Kane over his international future, and disorder involving England and Argentina supporters in cities including Atlanta and London.