“Same old Argies — always cheating.” The traditional chant of English football fans captures something of the relationship between Britain and Argentina. There’s irritation but also a tone of shoulder-shrugging resignation, an acceptance of the shenanigans you expect from an incorrigible family member. Not a close family member, mind, more like a slightly flashy ex-brother-in-law who’s good company until he gets a bit too drunk and who never quite buys his round. But family, nonetheless.
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