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The Guardian FootballWar, 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 After confirmation that match 102, one of the World Cup semi-finals, would be England v Argentina, the 1982 Falklands/Malvinas conflict was mentioned at Lionel Scaloni’s press conference. “No, no, no,” the Argentina head coach tut-tutted emphatically. “This is just a football match. Let’s not look for other stuff. It’s a football game against a great team, with a great manager who I admire. But it’s a football match. End of.” The Argentina midfielder Rodrigo De Paul concurred: “We understand it’s a football game that transcends; it brings back memories of what Diego did. We sing songs about our Malvinas heroes, mainly to remember them, but we have to understand that it’s a football match and that the Malvinas have to be discussed elsewhere. What happened was an atrocity and we always remember the fallen, but what we want is to win this match to get to the final.” Continue reading...
BBC SportPremier League rules World Cup defences - but not attacks
Do the World Cup semi-final line-ups show the world’s best attacking talent plays outside the Premier League?
The Guardian Football‘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 Not two minutes after his side’s dramatic, extra-time quarter-final victory over Switzerland on Saturday, the Argentina head coach, Lionel Scaloni, was already getting asked about the semi-final. Looming on the horizon was a match against bitter rivals England. “This won’t just be a special game from a footballing standpoint,” the reporter asked in Spanish, “but also in an emotional sense. How do you imagine you and the players will come out for this game and what message would you give to all of us Argentines that are …” Continue reading...
The Guardian FootballLionel 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 Wednesday night, Atlanta Stadium, 101 games down, three left to play, and finally it makes sense. Bring on The Countdown, that moment just before kick-off in every one of those quietly fascinating World Cup matches where suddenly the world’s most excited man is bellowing over the PA system in a state of outraged, crowing transport, like the last voice you’ll ever hear before the American century explodes in a ball of inanity, fried chicken and porn. “NAYYYN!! EEEIGHYYT!! SEEEVEERRN!! …” the world’s most excited man shouts, prelude to some cautious rolling possession, maybe an early back-pass, and an agreeable reminder that the game itself will not be stage managed. You want quiet bathos? This World Cup will deliver the greatest goddam quiet bathos the galaxy has ever seen. Continue reading...
BBC SportWhy do Argentina sing about England and the Falklands?
While England see Argentina as football rivals, for Argentina the rivalry is much more than that.
The Guardian FootballWorld Cup 2026: France v Spain semi-final buildup; Atlanta police step up security for England v Argentina – live
⚽️ Latest news before first of the semi-finals in Dallas ⚽️ Player guide | Golden Boot | Football Daily | Email us Atlanta police are increasing staffing and resources for Wednesday’s World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina. The department says additional officers will be deployed around the stadium and across the city’s entertainment and high-traffic areas, with large crowds expected before and after the match: As Atlanta prepares to host an upcoming World Cup semi-final match and welcomes increased numbers of residents and visitors, the Atlanta Police Department has enhanced its citywide public safety and security posture. Additional personnel and resources are already deployed and will continue to be strategically assigned in and around the event venues, entertainment districts, and other high-traffic areas to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. These proactive measures are designed to protect the public, deter criminal activity, and ensure residents and visitors can safely enjoy this historic event.” Continue reading...
ESPNKane rejects England 'division,' backs Bellingham
Captain Harry Kane has dismissed the idea of division in the England squad, insisting there is "complete togetherness" ahead of the World Cup semifinal with Argentina.
ESPNPolice investigating death of South Africa's Adams...
Police said Monday they are investigating the death of South Africa World Cup football player Jayden Adams, after his body was discovered this weekend at a property in the city of Cape Town.
ESPNHaaland, Norway return home to heroes' welcome
Erling Haaland and his Norway teammates were welcomed home by a crowd of thousands following their historic World Cup achievements in North America.
ESPNMessi is about to play England for the first time ...
Until Wednesday's second semifinal of the 2026 World Cup kicks off, it's a strange historical quirk that Lionel Messi has never played against England.
ESPNTransfer rumors, news: Liverpool, Chelsea, Spurs e...
Liverpool, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur are interested in Benfica winger Andreas Schjelderup. Transfer Talk has the latest.
ESPNInside Spain's World Cup camp: Can good vibes coul...
As they prepare to face France's four musketeers, Spain have built their own powerful "all for one" mentality together in their World Cup summer camp.
ESPNFrance counterattack, Argentina set pieces: How Wo...
We're down to the final four of the World Cup, with the four top-ranked teams set to square off. Yet all of them use very different attacking styles in order to score goals.
ESPNGet ready for the semifinals! What you need to kno...
There are now just four teams still harboring dreams of becoming world champions.
BBC SportAmerican Elfath to referee England v Argentina
Fifa announce American referee Ismail Elfath will take charge of England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
The Guardian FootballThe agony and ecstasy of World Cup penalty shootouts – in pictures
Ever since France midfielder Alain Giresse struck the World Cup’s first shootout penalty in 1982, a total of 342 players have stepped up to face the goalkeeper for the most nerve wracking test in football. We take a look at some of the players who took their shot at glory from the spot Continue reading...
BBC SportWhat's next at Liverpool for Argentina's proven winner Mac Allister?
After a poor season at Liverpool, Alexis Mac Allister is back thriving for Argentina - so what does his future look like at Anfield?
BBC SportBarry's journey from Accrington Stanley to World Cup semi-final
His playing career peaked at Accrington Stanley - now Anthony Barry is Thomas Tuchel's right-hand man in England's bid for World Cup glory.