In what will be a blockbuster World Cup semi-final showdown on Wednesday night, England will take on Argentina in Atlanta.
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Verdict: Both teams will score
Best odds: 1/1
Bookmaker: BetUS
England
Starting with England, who pulled off what was an iconic quarter-final comeback in Miami over the weekend and ultimately claimed a 2-1 victory against Norway, the Three Lions have certainly earned a reputation for their mental determination. After sending host nation Mexico packing on July 6 following a remarkable 3-2 victory at the Estadio Banorte, Thomas Tuchel’s men have their sights set on claiming their first international silverware since 1996. Beginning their World Cup adventure with a rollercoaster 4-2 victory against Croatia last month, the former Chelsea boss will be excited by his team’s recent clinical performances in the final third. Closing out their group stage charge with a 2-0 win against Panama on June 27, Tuchel’s superstar team has won each of their last four consecutive World Cup appearances by an aggregate score of 9-4.
England team news
Once again proving to be England’s ultimate hero on Saturday night and scoring a stunning double in the quarter-final against Norway, Real Madrid superstar Jude Bellingham will partner talismanic captain Harry Kane in the final third.
Bayer Leverkusen defender Jarell Quansah, who received a controversial red card against Mexico earlier this month, will miss again due to suspension. In what could prove to be a big boost for the Three Lions on Wednesday night, Chelsea’s Reece James should start at right back.
Argentina
As for Argentina, who extended their World Cup adventure over the weekend with a 3-1 victory against Switzerland, Lionel Scaloni’s men have their sights set on successfully defending their World Cup crown this month. By staging their own iconic comeback against Egypt last week, when they finally achieved a controversial 3-2 victory in Atlanta, the South American giants have certainly earned a reputation for their rollercoaster adventures this summer. Beginning their World Cup adventure on June 17 with a routine 3-0 victory against Algeria, Argentina has won all six of its consecutive meetings in North America over the past month. Despite failing to keep a clean sheet in their four previous World Cup appearances, Scaloni’s defending champions have continued to shine with their clinical performances in the final third. In fact, the Albiceleste has seen its six North American matchups this summer produce a remarkable 23 goals on both ends of the field.
Argentine team news
Embarking on what has been another iconic World Cup charge this summer and already registering eight goals in North America, talismanic captain and eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi will lead Argentina’s charge in Atlanta here.
Inter Milan’s Lautaro Martínez came off the bench and scored a second World Cup goal against Switzerland over the weekend. After overcoming a recent knock, Tottenham star Cristian Romero will start at the heart of the Argentine defense on Wednesday night.
England vs Argentina Key factors to consider
- When England and Argentina last met in November 2025, the Three Lions claimed a thrilling 3-2 friendly victory.
- England have won each of their last four consecutive World Cup appearances by an aggregate score of 9-4.
- Likewise, Argentina has won its six consecutive World Cup appearances so far this summer.
- Lionel Messi, an eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, has already scored eight goals in the World Cup so far this summer.
- Argentina’s six World Cup appearances have produced 23 goals at both ends of the field.
Conclusion
In what will undoubtedly be a blockbuster World Cup semi-final showdown on Wednesday night, all eyes will be on Atlanta in what should prove to be a passionate affair between two of the most heated rivals in world soccer. With England and Argentina gaining reputations for lively results this summer, the neutrals could be in for a frenetic midweek adventure. Likewise, with the reigning world champions seeing their six World Cup clashes this summer produce a staggering 23 goals at both ends of the pitch, we expect opportunities to come from Atlanta to some extent.
Verdict: Both teams will score
Best odds: 1/1
Bookmaker: BetUS
