Argentina beats England 2-1 to reach World Cup final

Argentina beats England 2-1 to reach World Cup final

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Argentina overturned a 0-1 deficit to defeat England 2-1 in the World Cup semifinal in Atlanta, earning a spot in the final against Spain, ESPN reported. AP highlighted that the match would be a duel between Lionel Messi and Jude Bellingham. BBC framed the encounter as England's most significant test since their 1966 triumph, emphasizing the historic rivalry. Mashable noted the game was scheduled for a 3 p.

m. ET kickoff at Atlanta Stadium. After the win, Thomas Tuchel blamed England's elimination on a defensive mindset and limited possession, Sports Illustrated reported. CBS added that England will contest the third-place match against France while Argentina prepares for the final.

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July 16, 2026
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Argentina defeats England 2-1 to reach World Cup final
Argentina defeats England 2-1 to reach World Cup final

CBS News • 16 Jul 01:18

Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1 in the semifinal, securing a place in the final against Spain, while England will contest the third-place match against France.

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England's World Cup semifinal loss attributed to fear and tactical changes, says Thomas Tuchel
England's World Cup semifinal loss attributed to fear and tactical changes, says Thomas Tuchel

Sports Illustrated • 16 Jul 00:00

England were eliminated in the World Cup semi-final after a 1-1 draw with Argentina, with manager Thomas Tuchel blaming a defensive mindset and limited possession for the defeat.

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July 15, 2026
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Argentina defeats England 2-1 to reach World Cup final
Argentina defeats England 2-1 to reach World Cup final

ESPN • 15 Jul 21:47

Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1 in the semifinal in Atlanta, securing a place in the final against Spain.

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England and Argentina to meet in World Cup semi-final on July 15
England and Argentina to meet in World Cup semi-final on July 15

Mashable • 15 Jul 10:06

The men's FIFA World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina will be played at Atlanta Stadium on July 15, with kickoff at 3 p.m. ET and live coverage on Fox, Fox One and Peacock.

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England and Argentina set to clash in World Cup semi-final, the team's biggest test since 1966
England and Argentina set to clash in World Cup semi-final, the team's biggest test since 1966

BBC • 15 Jul 02:05

England will face Argentina in the World Cup semi-final, a match viewed as the most significant for the Three Lions since their 1966 triumph, with both sides carrying historic rivalry and recent tournament experience.

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July 14, 2026
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Messi and Bellingham set to decide England-Argentina World Cup semifinal
Messi and Bellingham set to decide England-Argentina World Cup semifinal

AP News • 14 Jul 20:58

The semifinal in Atlanta pits Argentina's Lionel Messi against England's Jude Bellingham, with both players expected to influence the outcome of the match.

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