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Why Lionel Messi has never played against England before as World Cup semi-final showdown looms

The iconic Lionel Messi is set to play against England for the first time when Argentina take on the Three Lions in the World Cup semi-finals in Atalanta on Wednesday. Messi made his Argentina debut 21 years ago and has 205 caps for his country, but he has never faced…

The Independent UK

IShowSpeed's Bold Move: Argentina Kit as He Tries to Break (or Fuel) the Viral World Cup Curse

Streamer IShowSpeed wore an Argentina jersey, breaking the viral 'Speed curse' as Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 in the World Cup quarter-final, ending the meme's streak of eliminations

International Business Times UK

Messi's World Cup goal streak ends, assist helps Argentina defeat Switzerland 3-1

Lionel Messi's scoring prowess was temporarily paused as he provided a pivotal assist for Argentina's first goal in a thrilling match. Switzerland struck back to level the game, necessitating extra time where Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez shone, clinching the win for Argentina. Coach Murat Yakin spoke about plans to…

The Economic Times

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Argentina XI vs England: Starting lineup, confirmed team news and injury latest for World Cup 2026

Lionel Messi is fit to feature in World Cup semi-final

Evening Standard

The two physical factors that may leave Argentina at a disadvantage for World Cup semi-final

Argentina have ‘suffered’ through the knockout rounds – and an ageing side seem to lack the energy of others at this tournament

The Independent UK

Argentina star reignites England rivalry in war of words with new 'history' admission

Argentina pulled off another extra time victory at this World Cup, beating Switzerland in Kansas City

FourFourTwo

Alvarez's 112th-Minute Rocket Sends Champion Argentina Past Ten-Man Switzerland

Alvarez's extra-time stunner lifts Argentina past 10-man Switzerland 3-1 in a World Cup quarterfinal turned by a rare VAR red-card reversal.

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World Cup 2026 : England to face Argentina in tense semi-final

Switzerland meanwhile is eliminated after losing to Argentina 3-1. Mac Allister gave the reigning champions the lead only ten minutes into the game, heading the ball past Gregor Kobel off a Leo Messi cross. Switzerland gained in momentum, culminating in an equalizer from Dan Ndoye. But that goal was quickly…

France 24

Argentina fans erupt as Messi's men reach World Cup semifinal

Argentina fans celebrate in Buenos Aires after a dramatic 3-1 extra-time win over ten-man Switzerland sends the defending champions into the World Cup semifinals.

Euronews

England, Argentina to renew bitter rivalry in World Cup semi-final

England and Argentina will compete in a World Cup semi-final on Wednesday. This match follows their quarter-final victories over Norway and Switzerland respectively. The South Americans aim to defend their title against England's trophy drought. France and Spain will contest the other semi-final match on Tuesday. The winner of the…

The Economic Times

Scaloni plays down Argentina and England history: ‘A football game and that is all’

The head coach Lionel Scaloni said he expected to face ‘a very tough opponent’ in the semi-finals as the sides meet with a World Cup final spot on the line

The Guardian - UK

Argentina’s World Cup built on ‘suffering’ faces its biggest test yet

The defending champions have taken two of their three knockout-round matches to extra-time. What will their legacy be?

The Guardian - US

Switzerland manager criticises controversial new ‘mistaken identity’ rule after World Cup exit

Switzerland’s first quarter-final in 72 years ended with Argentina instead booking a date with England in the last four

The Independent UK

England battle past Norway as Argentina beat 10-man Switzerland in World Cup quarterfinals

England will go on to face Argentina in the semifinals in Atlanta on Wednesday. The winners of that tie will play either Spain or France in the World Cup final.

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Radio France Internationale

Argentina struggle past Switzerland to set up semi-final showdown with England

Defending champions Argentina needed two goals in extra time to subdue Switzerland 3-1 on Saturday night and advance to a semi-final clash against England.

The Guardian - AU

Switzerland hit out at VAR after ‘mistaken identity’ check ends in Breel Embolo red card

Swiss attacker shown second yellow card for simulation after referee reviewed challenge – before Argentina breaks deadlock in extra time

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 results: Who won yesterday's match between England vs Norway and Argentina vs Switzerland? Check who reached the semi-final stage

Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra time in a thrilling World Cup match. England also secured a 2-1 victory over Norway following an intense extra-time period. Both teams demonstrated resilience and attacking prowess to advance in the tournament. The FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals will feature France versus Spain next.…

The Independent UK

Argentina survive World Cup scare after Julian Alvarez screamer but these major flaws offer England hope in grudge match

Argentina 3-1 AET Switzerland: A stunner from Julian Alvarez bailed out the champions in extra-time, with England awaiting in the semi-finals, Richard Jolly details how their flaws could hand Thomas Tuchel encouragement

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Sports Illustrated

Argentina Player Ratings vs. Switzerland: Controversy Overshadows Last-Gasp Win

La Albiceleste escaped Kansas City with a victory thanks to another favorable refereeing decision.

FourFourTwo

Argentina 3-1 Switzerland AET highlights: Lionel Messi and co book place in World Cup semi-final

Lionel Messi and Argentina face Switzerland in the last of four 2026 World Cup quarter-finals

Bangkok Post

Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 after extra time to reach World Cup semi-finals

KANSAS CITY, Missouri Argentina advanced to the World Cup ‌semi-finals with a 3-1 victory over Switzerland after extra time on Saturday, surviving a ⁠third consecutive dramatic knockout match and keeping alive ‌their bid to win back-to-back titles.

The Guardian - UK

Julián Álvarez’s extra-time stunner sinks 10-man Switzerland to send Argentina into semi-finals

Julián Álvarez broke Switzerland’s resistance in extra time before Lautaro Martínez sealed Argentina’s 3-1 World Cup quarter-final victory

The Economic Times

FIFA 2026: Argentina punch semi-final ticket with extra-time victory over Switzerland

Defending champions Argentina overcame a resilient Swiss defence to seal a 3-1 victory after extra time in a gruelling World Cup quarter-final clash, setting up a blockbuster semi-final showdown against England.

France 24

World Cup 2026: Argentina reach semi-finals after extra-time battle with 10-man Switzerland

Argentina booked their place in the semi-finals with a dramatic 3-1 extra-time victory over Switzerland in the quarter-finals, with the Nati's numerical disadvantage ultimately proving decisive. Despite Embolo's dismissal reducing Switzerland to ten men, the Alpine underdogs fought valiantly before Argentina's greater experience and depth secured passage to the final…

FourFourTwo

Who is Joao Pinheiro? The referee for Argentina vs Switzerland?

The last quarter final game takes place on Saturday between the defending World Cup winners and European underdogs

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