Argentina fans gather at FIFA Fan Fest for semifinal against England
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 12:30 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Argentina fans filled the FIFA Fan Fest in EaDo, Houston, to watch their team take on England in the World Cup semifinals on July 15, 2026. The match, which Argentina led 2-1, saw many attendees take time off work or school to support their team. Fans expressed a strong connection to the match and their roots, highlighting the cultural significance of the World Cup. Argentina's late comeback was a decisive moment, further energizing the crowd. Many fans are now preparing for the upcoming final against Spain, scheduled for Sunday.
- •Argentina leads England 2-1 in the semifinals.
- •Fans attended the FIFA Fan Fest despite weekday afternoon kickoff.
- •Many fans took time off work to watch the match.
- •Support for Argentina emphasized cultural connections.
- •Argentina prepares for final match against Spain on Sunday.
- 12:30 AMYahoo Sports — 'International holiday': FIFA Fan Fest draws crowd for weekday afternoon World Cup semifinals
"The weekday afternoon start times didn't deter devoted Argentina and England fans from the FIFA Fan Fest in EaDo to watch the World Cup semifinals.
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