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Harry Kane admits England's performance 'just wasn't enough' after World Cup defeat

Harry Kane said he was "gutted" for England and their fans after his team were beaten 2-1 by defending champions Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday.

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How Argentina battled back from the brink to earn deserved win over England

Old rivalries were renewed when England took on Argentina in Atlanta on Wednesday, in the second of the World Cup semi-finals, and for a place in the showpiece on Sunday against Spain.

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Argentina mount incredible late comeback to edge England and reach World Cup final

Argentina will get the chance to defend their FIFA World Cup title in Sunday’s final after beating England 2-1 in a sensational late comeback, while retaining their record of progressing from all six of their historical WC semi-finals.

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Bellingham's hometown buzzing about 'local hero' ahead of England's semi-final

As England gears up for the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, there will be one name on everyone's lips: Jude Bellingham, the star midfielder who powered the Three Lions through to the marquee clash against Argentina.

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The numbers behind England and Argentina's out-of-form World Cup goalkeepers

England and Argentina meet in the semi-finals of the World Cup on Wednesday evening, with the two international football powerhouses set to battle for a spot in the final against Spain.

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Gyokeres vs Alvarez: Why Arsenal are eyeing a move for Atletico Madrid's star man

Although things have been on the back burner for a few weeks, as soon as Argentina are out of the World Cup, whether that be at the hands of England in the semi-final or after the final, the future of Julian Alvarez will be front and centre for Atletico Madrid.

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World Cup LIVE: Argentina join Spain in final after breaking English hearts

After Spain outclassed the 2022 World Cup finalists France last night in the first 2026 World Cup semi-final, England vs Argentina takes centre stage tonight in the second semi-final, with the winner booking a place in Sunday's showdown with Luis De la Fuente's side.

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EXCLUSIVE: Chris Kirkland expects 'cagey' affair between England and Argentina

Former Liverpool and England goalkeeper Chris Kirkland has predicted a cagey encounter between England and Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals, while also reflecting on the Three Lions' narrow win against Norway.

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Argentina & England attempt to forget their historic rivalry ahead of semi-final

On Wednesday in Atlanta, England and Argentina face off for a spot in the 2026 World Cup final. Beyond the sporting stakes, this sixth World Cup encounter rekindles a rivalry built over decades of controversial refereeing, legendary moments, and an unresolved territorial dispute - the Falklands.

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England players not dwelling on history with Argentina admits Thomas Tuchel

England manager Thomas Tuchel said his players were not dwelling on the rich and often controversial history between England and Argentina as they ⁠prepare for Wednesday's World Cup semi-final, insisting the occasion itself is big enough.

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'I would have done the same': Thomas Tuchel on Argentina's kit superstition

Argentina's dark blue jersey has become more than just an alternate strip. ⁠For many, it is part of the team's football folklore, a shirt stitched with some of the nation's most famous World ‌Cup memories - and, perhaps, a little bit of good luck.

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From Dibu to Julian: The 'British' Argentinians who will act as insiders against England

Many players from the Argentina national team play or have played in the Premier League. Some of them will be asked to put into practice on the field what they've learned in the world's most competitive domestic division in Wednesday's blockbuster semi-final.

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De Paul relishing England clash, says Messi is 'truly enjoying himself' at World Cup

Lionel Messi is contentedly enjoying his sixth World Cup, and his teammates are revelling in their captain's ⁠delight, Argentina's Rodrigo de Paul said on Tuesday as the holders prepared for Wednesday's semi-final clash against England.

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Argentina's Mac Allister says England don't have the pace of Premier League sides

Liverpool and Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister said that England don't have the pace of the sides he faces in the Premier League ahead of the World Cup semi-final.

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England won't get distracted by history of rivalry with Argentina, insists Kane

Harry Kane said England will not be distracted by the emotional baggage surrounding their blockbuster World Cup semi-final against Argentina on Wednesday.

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World Cup LIVE: Super Spain down France to reach final, Argentina or England await

The 2026 World Cup semi-finals are here, and the first of them pits perhaps the two most impressive teams of the tournament against one another, with France facing off against Spain.

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Why England vs Argentina has all the ingredients to be an instant World Cup classic

Wednesday sees the second of the World Cup semi-finals taking place, and old rivalries will be renewed as England take on Argentina for a place in Sunday's final.

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Rivalry and revenge: A closer look at the bitter relationship between England & Argentina

Antonio Rattin in 1966. Diego Maradona in 1986. David Beckham in 1998.

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Flashscore sources: World Cup exits set to shape Arsenal's moves for Rogers and Alvarez

England's World Cup showdown with Argentina on Wednesday could have consequences that stretch beyond the international stage, with Arsenal expected to step up their transfer plans once the tournament is over for Morgan Rogers and Julian Alvarez.

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Pickford says England will 'let the football do the talking' against Argentina

England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford is confident his team will keep their cool in the heat of Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Argentina.

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Argentina's Paulo Dybala signs contract extension with Roma until 2027

Argentina forward Paulo Dybala has ⁠signed a contract extension with AS Roma ‌that will keep him at the ‌Serie A side ‌until June 2027, the club ‌said on Monday.

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Lionel Messi looking forward to 'special match' against England in World Cup semi-final

After securing qualification against Switzerland, Argentina captain Lionel Messi admits the squad is feeling the strain of the World Cup’s gruelling schedule

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'This is part of our DNA': Lionel Scaloni says Argentina always suffer at World Cup

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said their 3-1 extra-time victory over Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals on Saturday ⁠was further proof that his team have grown comfortable operating in challenging situations.

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Switzerland head coach Murat Yakin rules Breel Embolo red card 'unacceptable'

Switzerland coach Murat Yakin described the rule behind Breel Embolo sending off as “unacceptable” after Argentina ⁠scored twice in extra time to end the Swiss fairytale World Cup run with a 3-1 quarter-final victory on Saturday.