Andrés D'Alessandro's exuberant celebration of Argentina's World Cup semifinal win draws backlash

Argentina defeated England 2‑1 in the World Cup semifinal after Lautaro Martínez scored a late header, securing a place in the final against Spain. Former Inter star and Brazilian former player Andrés D'Alessandro, now a sports director for Colorado and a SporTV commentator, reacted with an intense celebration on the Argentine broadcast, a video that showed his excitement alongside other football personalities.

The on‑air celebration quickly attracted criticism on social media, with some accusing D'Alessandro of disrespect. He responded, saying, “Existe tanto machão nas redes sociais nesses últimos dias… Nós, argentinos, gostamos muito do Brasil… Quem cria isso é o torcedor babaca que não respeita e não tem vida.” The incident highlights the sensitivities surrounding national rivalries and media conduct during high‑profile matches.