Enzo Fernández's Controversial Tackle Draws Criticism in Cup Semifinal
The 2026 World Cup semifinal pitted Argentina against England in a match that turned physical from the opening minutes. Enzo Fernández delivered a hard challenge that many fans labeled as dirty play.
Referee Ismail Elfath chose not to issue a card, and VAR did not intervene, allowing the game to flow. The incident quickly became a focal point of post‑match debate.
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