Explained in plain English
What is a semi-final?
In a knockout tournament like the World Cup, a semi-final is a match played between two of the four remaining teams. The winners progress to the final, while the losers are eliminated. England's defeat in this semi-final meant they missed out on a chance to play for the trophy.
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