Sports · 15 July 2026

England plays Argentina in World Cup semi-final on Wednesday

England and Argentina are set to meet in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday in Atlanta. The teams will play their first competitive game against each other since 2002. England's fourth appearance in a World Cup semi-final rekindles an intense rivalry, notably featuring the controversial "Hand of God" goal from 1986.

By BriefTea Editorial · 15 July 2026 at 9:45

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