The ultimate World Cup grudge match could get a little Messi
England faced Argentina in a World Cup quarter-final on Thursday, winning 2-1 in a tense, controversial match. Manager Thomas Tuchel highlighted his team’s technical mistakes and uncoordinated performance. As Lionel Messi's potential last World Cup looms, both teams struggle with pressure and mentality ahead of the pivotal semi-final clash.
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Published 14 Jul 2026, 20:00 UTC · Updated 14 Jul 2026, 20:10 UTC
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