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Argentina and England set for World Cup 2026 semifinal in Atlanta

Argentina and England will meet in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal on 15 July in Atlanta’s Mercedes‑Benz Stadium. Both teams arrived via arduous knockout routes, with Argentina overcoming Cape Verde, Egypt and Switzerland in extra‑time, and England beating Mexico, Norway and other opponents after extra‑time victories. The match carries a historic rivalry, recalling the 1982 Falklands war, Diego Maradona’s 1986 “Hand of God” goal and later EnglandArgentina clashes.

Security has been heightened, with around 1 600 police officers deployed across the venue, surrounding districts and team hotels. Authorities classified the fixture as high‑risk due to the political backdrop, and banned political flags.

Key figures include 39‑year‑old Lionel Messi, who posted a farewell message from Kansas City, and 23‑year‑old Jude Bellingham, England’s knockout‑stage star. England coach Thomas Tuchel confirmed midfielder Declan Rice is fit after a recent illness, while Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni urged fans to keep the focus on football. Referee Ismail Elfath faces scrutiny over his experience for a match of this magnitude.

Broadcasts are scheduled on free‑to‑air and streaming services in multiple countries, and fans are seeking time‑off from work to watch the game.

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