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Argentina and England clash in World Cup 2026 semifinal in Atlanta

On 15 July 2026 the Argentina and England national teams will meet in the FIFA World Cup semifinal at the Mercedes‑Benz Stadium in Atlanta, USA. The winner advances to the final on 19 July to face Spain, while the loser will contest the third‑place match. Both sides come from historic rivalries dating back to the 1986 “Hand of God” game and the 1982 Falklands conflict. Argentina, defending champions, rely on Lionel Messi (top scorer with eight goals) and Julián Álvarez, while England bank on Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, who together have accounted for most of England’s goals. Coaches Lionel Scaloni and Thomas Tuchel have emphasized focusing on the match rather than past events. The match is scheduled for 16:00 local time (21:00 CET) and will be broadcast worldwide on multiple TV and streaming platforms. In the UK, retailers such as Poundland, Smyths and Currys have shortened trading hours on the day to let staff watch the game, and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been asked about a possible bank holiday should England win.

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