FIFA World Cup England vs Argentina: What to know ahead of second semifinal
Summary
Argentina and England will face each other in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinal in Atlanta, renewing a historic football rivalry. The winner will advance to the final to play either France or Spain.Key Facts
- The semifinal match is on Wednesday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
- Argentina won the World Cup three times (1978, 1986, 2022); England won once (1966).
- Argentina and England have met five times in World Cup history; England leads with three wins.
- Famous past moments include Diego Maradona’s “Hand of God” goal (1986) and David Beckham’s red card (1998).
- Lionel Messi, Argentina’s star player, will face England for the first time in the World Cup.
- England’s key players include Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham.
- A prediction model gives England a 38.9% chance to win in regular time, Argentina 34.1%, and a 27% chance of extra time.
- The winner of this match will play the final against France or Spain.
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