England prepares for World Cup semi-final against Argentina in Atlanta
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 7:51 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026

England will face Argentina in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday in Atlanta. The match marks the teams' first competitive meeting since the 2002 World Cup. Following a tough victory over Norway, England's players have been recuperating in Kansas City as they gear up for what is expected to be an intense clash. The winner will advance to play either France or Spain in the final.
- •Match set for Wednesday in Atlanta.
- •First meeting between England and Argentina since 2002 World Cup.
- •England players recovering in Kansas City after win over Norway.
- •Winner will face France or Spain in final.
- 7:51 PMThe Guardian Sport — England on collision course with Messi and Argentina in World Cup semi-final grudge match
"First competitive game between teams since 2002 World Cup Georgia braced for potential flashpoints in Atlanta buildup It has been billed as one of the biggest grudge matches in the history of international football. After England’s players rode their luck against Erling Haaland’s Norway on a steamy night in Miami, they spent Sunday recuperating at their base in Kansas City as thoughts turn to facing Argentina in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday. Thomas Tuchel’s team will take on the reigning champions on what promises to be an emotionally charged occasion in Atlanta for the chance to play France or Spain in the final. Continue reading...
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