Actor Samuel L. Jackson draws online backlash after urging people to cheer against Argentina during the FIFA World Cup final, framing the call around racism. According to the reports, Jackson’s remarks come after the final, when Argentina loses to Spain. In the social media posts described by both outlets, Jackson tells people—specifically Black fans—to not support Argentina’s national team and characterizes Argentina as “historically” racist. The comments trigger criticism and debate on social media, with some users disputing the characterization and others responding to the broader message about race and sports support. The coverage notes that Jackson’s statements are tied directly to the moment of the World Cup final, rather than to any specific on-field incident. Both sources characterize the reaction as a backlash stemming from Jackson’s wording and the implications of his remarks about Argentina’s history. The reports do not include responses from Argentina’s officials or the soccer team in the material provided.