England's World Cup hopes hinge on semi-final against Argentina
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 8:47 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
England is preparing for a crucial semi-final match against Argentina on Wednesday at 8 PM BST following a hard-fought 2-1 win over Norway in the quarter-finals. Jude Bellingham was pivotal in the quarter-final, scoring both goals for England after coming back from a first-half deficit. The victory has sparked discussions about a potential bank holiday if England wins the World Cup, with the government considering Friday, July 24, as a celebratory date. Prime Minister comments hinted at the possibility but have been met with skepticism from some officials. England's path to the final remains challenging as the team seeks to build on its recent performance against Norway.
- •England defeated Norway 2-1 after extra time in the quarter-finals.
- •Jude Bellingham scored both goals for England in the victory.
- •The semi-final against Argentina is scheduled for Wednesday at 8 PM BST.
- •Discussion of a potential bank holiday if England wins the World Cup.
- •Prime Minister's comments indicate a possibility but have drawn mixed reactions.
- 8:47 AMYahoo Sports — Will England get a Bank Holiday if team wins the World Cup? Potential date revealed ahead of Argentina semi-final
"The Friday after the World Cup final has been earmarked to potentially celebrate an England victory, it is understood
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