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2026 World Cup
Semi-Final
England vs Argentina
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Wednesday, 15 July 2026
19:00
England are targeting their first World Cup final since their 1966 triumph when they face Argentina in a blockbuster semi-final on 15 July.
Current Form
England have been solid since the group stage, winning five matches (including one in extra time) and drawing one of their six matches, scoring 13 goals and conceding six.
In the quarter-finals, the Three Lions produced a hard-fought 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway, with Jude Bellingham scoring both goals to send them into the last four.
World Cup Semi-Final Record
England have reached the World Cup semi-finals four times, most notably winning the tournament in 1966 on home soil and finishing fourth in both 1990 and 2018.
The Three Lions' run to the semi-finals in 2026 marks a strong return to the final four after missing out in recent tournaments.
Team News
England have a largely fit squad heading into the semi-final, with Reece James made a timely return from injury as a second-half substitute against Norway and is now available for selection.
Declan Rice started but was substituted at half-time against Norway due to a pre-match sickness bug; however, he is expected to be fit for the Argentina clash. Jarell Quansah remains suspended following his red card against Mexico.
Key Players
Harry Kane has been England’s joint-top scorer at the tournament with six goals and one assist, and he continues to be a clinical finisher and leader.
Jude Bellingham, on the other hand, has been the ultimate midfield powerhouse, scoring six goals and providing one assist and driving the team forward with his energy and quality.
Quotes
"They have to, no doubt about it. The level of training will go down of course. Now it is just about recovery. Everyone is ready to attack the last eight days of the tournament," England head coach Thomas Tuchel said.
"The next three days are crucial, of course, to be ready. We have another flight, but this victory will help a lot, this feeling will help a lot. We have a top facility to recover at the highest level and we will be ready."
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