England loses to Argentina in World Cup semi-final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 9:14 PM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026
In the World Cup semi-final on July 15, 2026, England led Argentina 1-0 with five minutes remaining but failed to hold the advantage, conceding two late goals. Anthony Gordon scored for England, while Martinez netted the game-winner for Argentina. Alex Howell of BBC Sport provided player ratings, highlighting strong performances from Djed Spence and Elliot Anderson, but criticized substitutions made by coach Thomas Tuchel. England's defeat marks the continuation of their wait for a first men's World Cup final since 1966.
- •England was 1-0 up before conceding two late goals.
- •Anthony Gordon scored to give England the lead.
- •Djed Spence and Elliot Anderson received high ratings.
- •England missed its chance for a first final since 1966.
- •Argentinian Martinez scored the decisive goal in stoppage time.
- 9:14 PMYahoo Sports — 'The change didn't work' - England player ratings
"BBC Sport's England reporter Alex Howell rates the players after the Three Lions lost to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final.
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