Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleSecurity is being significantly increased in Atlanta for the England vs. Argentina World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, which has been designated the tournament's "highest-risk" clash. Over 1,500 police officers will be deployed across the city, with separate gates for supporters and enhanced security measures implemented by the Atlanta Police Department. The FBI deemed the game high-risk due to the deep-seated historical animosity between the two nations, intensified by the 1982 Falklands War. Argentina's security minister confirmed 1,600 officers would be present and that flags with provocative political or racial messages, including those claiming sovereignty over the Falkland Islands, would be prohibited. The Atlanta Police Department stated that additional personnel and resources are being strategically assigned to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone attending the match. In fullArgentina fans burn Union flag as police brace for trouble ahead of England’s ‘high risk’ World Cup clashMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Union flag set on fire by Argentina fans ahead of England World Cup semi-final
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleSecurity is being significantly increased in Atlanta for the England vs. Argentina World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, which has been designated the tournament's "highest-risk" clash. Over 1,500 police officers will be deployed across the city, with separate gates for supporters and enhanced security measures implemented by the Atlanta Police Department. The FBI deemed the game high-risk due to the deep-seated historical animosity between the two nations, intensified by the 1982 Falklands War. Argentina's security minister confirmed 1,600 officers would be present and that flags with provocative political or racial messages, including those claiming sovereignty over the Falkland Islands, would be prohibited. The Atlanta Police Department stated that additional personnel and resources are being strategically assigned to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone attending the match. In fullArgentina fans burn Union flag as police brace for trouble ahead of England’s ‘high risk’ World Cup clashMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
