Joe Cole predicts England will overcome Argentina in World Cup semifinal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 2:59 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Joe Cole expressed confidence in England's ability to defeat Argentina in the World Cup semifinal. Speaking on The Rest is Football podcast, Cole emphasized England's speed and his belief that they will reach the final. This match is significant as it will mark Argentina's first encounter with a Top 10 team in the tournament. Emotions are high as these two historic rivals prepare for the clash.
- •Cole stated England will 'put Messi to sleep' in the semifinal.
- •This will be Argentina's first match against a Top 10 team this World Cup.
- •The semifinal match is generating significant emotional anticipation.
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"The Clásico between England and Argentina is already firing up emotions ahead of the World Cup semifinal. And now, Joe Cole, a legend of the English side, made strong remarks about Leo Messi. Is th...
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