Who is in the Argentina dugout? Legends plotting England downfall Lionel Scaloni’s coaching staff includes some very recognisable faces from World Cups gone by Evening Standard · Jul 15
Argentina vice president hits out at 'pirate usurpers' ahead of England clash Argentina's vice president has hit out at 'pirate usurpers' ahead of her country's clash with England at Wednesday's World… The National (Scotland) · Jul 15
How England can banish Argentina demons to reach World Cup final England take on Argentina for first time in 21 years in World Cup semi-final Evening Standard · Jul 15
Argentina’s vice-president calls England ‘usurping pirates’ in rant before World Cup clash Political tensions linger between the two countries The Independent UK · Jul 15
England vs. Argentina: How to Stop Lionel Messi in World Cup Semifinal The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner prepares to face England for the first time. Sports Illustrated · Jul 15
Spain Matches Historic International Soccer Record in World Cup Win vs. France La Roja is 90 minutes away from validating an unprecedented era of dominance with its second World Cup title. Sports Illustrated · Jul 15
England vs. Argentina: History of Fiery Rivalry Explained Ahead of World Cup Semifinal The historic semifinal brings a fierce rivalry fraught with historical tensions to the United States. Sports Illustrated · Jul 15
Argentina vs England: The FIFA World Cup semi-final is not just a fight on football field Argentina and England's FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final renews a fierce rivalry on the field, while decades-long territorial disputes over the Falkland Islands gain fresh fervor off the field. Argentina's foreign minister reiterated claims to the islands known as Islas Malvinas. This resurgence occurs as hopes for improved UK-Argentina ties… The Economic Times · Jul 15
England boss Tuchel urges squad to relish Argentina challenge in push for final England head coach Thomas Tuchel called on his players to seek out their brilliant best during the World Cup semi-final against Argentina on Wednesday in Atlanta. Radio France Internationale · Jul 15
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
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
From the Falklands War to Maradona: why Argentina vs England is soccer’s fiercest rivalry “A football game – and that is all.” The Conversation · Jul 15
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
The Economic Times · 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 Guardian - UK · Jul 14 War, antics and vitriol – the England v Argentina rivalry is real but now it is only about football Mexico 1986, France 1998, Japan 2002 … this is a match that transcends, with Argentina’s head coach Lionel Scaloni calling for the focus to be on football, not the Falklands
The Guardian - US · 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 Independent UK · Jul 14 What is it like to face Lionel Messi? Inside the mind of Argentina’s genius as England finally find out WORLD CUP 2026: As perhaps the greatest player of all time prepares for a first meeting with England, Miguel Delaney explains the mentality that makes him so good
The Guardian - UK · Jul 14 The other Lionel: how Scaloni went from accidental manager to World Cup hero After forming an almost paternal relationship with Lionel Messi and providing a rare sense of stability, Argentina’s unheralded saviour is on the verge of World Cup history
Latin Times · Jul 13 France's Firepower Meets Spain's Fortress, and England's Nerve Meets Argentina's Killer Instinct World Cup 2026 semifinals: France vs Spain, England vs Argentina. Strengths, flaws, the Golden Boot race and what Opta's model says about each tie.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 13 World Cup scouting report: the lowdown on Argentina, England’s semi-final opponents Argentina will pose a threat with Messi’s genius, but their lack of width and energy in the midfield offers encouragement for England
Sports Lens · Jul 13 World Cup 2026 Semi-Final England vs. Argentina Predictions England vs. Argentina meet in Atlanta on July 15 with Kane and Bellingham at six goals each. We back England at +165 with both teams to score.
Evening Standard · Jul 12 Argentina XI vs England: Starting lineup, confirmed team news and injury latest for World Cup 2026 Lionel Messi is fit to feature in World Cup semi-final
The Independent UK · Jul 12 The two physical factors that may leave Argentina at a disadvantage for World Cup semi-final Argentina have ‘suffered’ through the knockout rounds – and an ageing side seem to lack the energy of others at this tournament
FourFourTwo · Jul 12 Argentina star reignites England rivalry in war of words with new 'history' admission Argentina pulled off another extra time victory at this World Cup, beating Switzerland in Kansas City