Why is Argentina wearing black armbands in World Cup?
Why was Argentina wearing black arm bands during Saturday's World Cup quarterfinal match against Switzerland in Kansas City?
According to USA TODAY, "the Argentine Football Association requested FIFA for permission to wear the armbands as a gesture of mourning for Antonio Rattin, who died at age 89 after a suspected stroke, according to his family."
That's a classy gesture from Argentina for Rattin, the 1966 World Cup hero whose death was announced on Saturday ahead of the team's World Cup game.
Argentina absolutely had even more to play for during Saturday's World Cup match as the team honored the great Rattin.
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