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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harriette Boucher

Argentina fans burn Union flag as police brace for trouble ahead of England’s ‘high risk’ World Cup clash

Police are strengthening security in Atlanta on Wednesday as they brace for trouble after England’s World Cup semi-final against Argentina was designated the tournament’s “highest-risk” clash.

Argentina fans were filmed burning the Union Jack in Escobar, on the outskirts of Buenos Aires, ahead of the grudge match, while England manager Thomas Tuchel said his side were ready to face an Argentina team “fuelled by history”.

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