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England on collision course with Messi and Argentina in World Cup semi-final grudge match
First competitive game between teams since 2002 World CupGeorgia braced for potential flashpoints in Atlanta buildupIt has been billed as one of the biggest grudge matches in the history of international football. After England’s players rode their luck against Erling Haaland’s Norway on a steamy night in Miami, they spent Sunday recuperating at their base in Kansas City as thoughts turn to facing Argentina in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday.Thomas Tuchel’s team will take on the reigning champions on what promises to be an emotionally charged occasion in Atlanta for the chance to play France or Spain in the final. Continue reading...
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KSAT San Antonio
· Jul 11, 2026
'Ted Lasso' stars bring World Cup fever to Kansas City as Argentina faces Switzerland
Lionel Messi and Argentina are playing for a World Cup semifinal spot in Kansas City, Missouri, and Jason Sudeikis is paying attention.
OneFootball
· Jul 12, 2026
📹 New rule sees red in Switzerland v Argentina; player distraught
In Kansas City (USA), Argentina and Switzerland are drawing 1-1 this Saturday (11) in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The winner will face England in the semifinals next Thursday (15).Aft...
The Eastern Herald
· Jul 12, 2026
England vs Argentina World Cup Semifinal: Bellingham, Messi and 40 Years in Atlanta
England and Argentina meet in a World Cup semifinal for the first time in Atlanta on Wednesday, July 15. Jude Bellingham's six goals and the Cable of God controversy face Lionel Messi's eight-goal tournament across 40 years of the most charged rivalry in international football.
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· Jul 5, 2026
After Maradona, Mexico Eyes Another World Cup Heartbreak for England at the Azteca
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Milestone Messi sends Argentina to World Cup knockout stage
ARLINGTON – Argentina booked their place in the World Cup knockout stage on Monday as Lionel Messi recovered from an early penalty miss to score a record-breaking double in a 2-0 victory over Austria in Group J.The defending champions broke through before halftime when Messi initiated a slick move, then timed his run to meet [] The post Milestone Messi sends Argentina to World Cup knockout stage appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.
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