The Independent
·13 de julio de 2026
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·13 de julio de 2026
Preparations are underway for England’s seismic semi-final with Argentina as Thomas Tuchel looks to guide the country to a first World Cup final since 1966.
England gritted to a 2-1 extra-time win over Norway in the quarter-finals, Jude Bellingham notching a brace after Andreas Schjelderup’s first-half opener had the Three Lions fearing an exit.
They are now on a collision course towards a clash with holders Argentina and Lionel Messi, who also required extra time to overcome Switzerland last time out.
Rivalries will be restored the two nations steeped in historical tension, both on and off the pitch, with England out to avenge their heartbreaking 1998 penalties defeat in an effort to go one game away from a World Cup title.







































