England Lose 1-2 to Argentina in 2026 World Cup Semi‑Final
Argentina defeated England 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup semi‑final to advance to the final. Lionel Messi opened the scoring, England equalised before a second‑half error by Jordan Pickford handed the win to Argentina.
Retired striker Michael Owen highlighted England’s lack of tactical discipline and referenced Spain’s recent form, questioning the team’s prospects in future tournaments. English fans voiced criticism and optimism online.
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