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Who are Argentina's rivals?

Argentina's biggest football rivals are Brazil, due to a long history of competitive matches and shared passion for the sport. Other notable rivals include Uruguay, their neighbours, and England, often stemming from historical World Cup encounters. These rivalries add extra spice to any tournament, including the current World Cup where Argentina are defending champions.

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World Cup quarter-finals end with England vs Norway, Argentina vs Switzerland today

Questions this opens up

Who are Brazil's rivals? Who is Diego Maradona? What is the Copa América?

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