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Argentina and England collide with World Cup final spot at stake

ATLANTA - Lionel Messi's Argentina clash with England in a marquee World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, with Spain lying in wait after shattering French hopes of a third triumph.

Bangkok Post · Jul 15

FIFA 2026: Kylian Mbappe denied a 3rd straight World Cup final but remains in Golden Boot mix with Messi

France striker Kylian Mbappe acknowledged his team's subpar performance led to their World Cup semifinal loss. Mbappe and Lionel Messi are currently tied with eight goals each in the tournament. Mbappe holds the tiebreaker advantage with more assists in the ongoing Golden Boot race. France will now compete in the…

The Economic Times · Jul 15

‘Diego, give us a hand’: Argentina v England revives historic tensions

Decades after the Falklands war and Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal, the fixture is once again being discussed as far more than a game

The Guardian - UK · Jul 15

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Argentina and England collide, with World Cup final spot at stake

Lionel Messi's Argentina clash with England in a marquee World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, with Spain lying in wait after shattering French hopes of a third triumph.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 15

Hope of seeing Messi at World Cup fuels ticket hunt for Argentines

Less than 10 hours after arriving in Atlanta from Buenos Aires, Facundo Mey and Malena Riesgo were pounding the streets sporting their Argentina shirts on a quest for tickets for Wednesday's World Cup semi-final between their home country and England.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 15

Fans say time for ‘Hand of God’ revenge as England set for Argentina semi-final

England manager Thomas Tuchel said Argentina would be ‘fuelled by history’ in Wednesday’s game in Atlanta.

Evening Standard · Jul 15

Thomas Tuchel trusts England’s ‘special breed’ to find a way past Messi’s Argentina

Head coach praises his players’ ability to rise to the occasion and ‘put on a fight’ against the defending champions in the semi-final on Wednesday

The Guardian - UK · Jul 14

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England vs. Argentina—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

There will be no love lost when the Three Lions take on the holders with a World Cup final berth at stake.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 14

Argentina Predicted Lineup vs. England: World Cup Semifinal

Lionel Scaloni is reportedly weighing up a midfield change for a mammoth duel in Atlanta.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 14

FIFA World Cup 2026: England face might of Messi's Argentina in World Cup semi-final

It is the first competitive meeting of the sides since the 2002 World Cup and the fixture conjures so many memories, from Diego Maradona and the 'Hand of God' in 1986, to David Beckham's red card after tangling with Diego Simeone in 1998, while also thrusting the lingering sovereignty dispute…

The Economic Times · Jul 14

Kylian Mbappe or Lionel Messi? ITV pundit issues verdict on who is the better player

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The Independent UK · Jul 14

Kylian Mbappé ready for France’s World Cup semifinal against Spain after ‘slight’ ankle injury

Kylian Mbappé is in France's starting lineup for Tuesday’s World Cup semifinal match against Spain after the striker exited in the 77th minute of the team's quarterfinal win over Morocco

The Independent UK · Jul 14

FIFA World Cup 2026 winner predictions astrology, numerology, nine AI models, supercomputer combined: France, Argentina, England, Spain? Who will win football's ultimate prize?

France, Spain, England, Argentina - who will win FIFA World Cup 2026? We have predictions based on astrology, numerology, nine AI models, and supercomputer.

The Economic Times · Jul 14

‘For Diego’: spectre of Maradona looms over Argentina ahead of England clash

The image of the national icon has been ever present through this World Cup, in banners and songs and memory. It adds a fresh layer to Wednesday’s semi-final

The Guardian - US · Jul 14

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The Guardian - UK · Jul 14

Lionel Messi’s first meeting with England will be a contest of will and aura

The Messi arc reaches a decisive point in Atlanta – passage to a third final or an exit to test the limits of Argentina’s love for their unassuming athlete-genius

International Business Times UK · Jul 14

Is FIFA Rigging the World Cup for Messi? Referee Ismail Elfath's England Semi-Final Appointment Raises Eyebrows

FIFA's choice of Ismail Elfath as referee for the England vs Argentina semi-final has sparked conspiracy theories, given his history with Messi's teams and recent controversial officiating decisions.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 14

England vs. Argentina: Complete Head-to-Head Record Ahead of World Cup Clash

The two great rivals have not met in over 20 years.

The Independent UK · Jul 14

Stopping Messi and embracing shot at history: Five key talking points before England v Argentina blockbuster

England’s clash against Argentina promises to be a thrilling contest - here’s five talking points ahead of the match...

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The Independent UK · Jul 14

Why the England v Argentina referee could be a good omen for Lionel Messi

American official Ismael Elfath has been appointed as the referee for England’s World Cup semi-final against Argentina on Wednesday. This could be a good omen for Argentine superstar Lionel Messi , as Elfath was the referee when Messi’s Inter Miami won the 2023 Leagues Cup, while he has also been…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 14

Keir Starmer urges Scots to back England against Argentina in World Cup semi-final

KEIR Starmer has said he would “very much encourage” Scotland and Wales fans to get behind and support England in their World Cup semi-final…

Sports Illustrated · Jul 14

Ranking the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot Contenders

The top scorer race in North America is unlikely anything ever seen before in the world’s biggest tournament.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 14

Tory councillor fumes at 'idiot' Scots supporting Argentina in England semi-final

A TORY councillor has fumed at “idiot” Scots who are too “blinkered” to support England in the World Cup semi-final and are instead cheering…

Sports Illustrated · Jul 14

Kylian Mbappe Injury Status Confirmed for France vs. Spain World Cup Semifinal

The Frenchman spent time away from the main training group on Monday.

Euronews · Jul 14

Hundreds of Peruvians name child 'Haaland' as World Cup reaches registry offices

Civil registries list 468 Peruvians with the Norwegian striker's surname and 91 children with his full name, though Neymar and Messi remain the country's favourite football names.

Evening Standard · Jul 14

Can England beat Argentina? Experts predict World Cup semi-final clash

One of football’s fiercest rivalries is renewed as Spain await the winners

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