Why did Argentina wear black arm bands in their quarterfinal match against Switzerland?
Soccer Why did Argentina wear black arm bands in their quarterfinal match against Switzerland? By Michael Duarte Published July 13, 2026, 5:00 a.m. If you’re wondering why Lionel Messi and his teammates wore this all black armband, it was reserved as a tribute for Antonio Rattin, the former Argentina captain and Boca Juniors legend who died at 89 years old after a suspected stroke on Saturday.
- ▪Soccer Why did Argentina wear black arm bands in their quarterfinal match against Switzerland?
- ▪By Michael Duarte Published July 13, 2026, 5:00 a.m.
- ▪If you’re wondering why Lionel Messi and his teammates wore this all black armband, it was reserved as a tribute for Antonio Rattin, the former Argentina captain and Boca Juniors legend who died at 89 years old after a suspected stroke on S
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