# BEST BETS WORLD CUP SEMIFINALS ARGENTINA-ENGLAND: Game Pick, Goal Scorers (Lionel Messi, Harry Kane)

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Published: 2026-07-15T00:00:00+00:00
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World Cup 2026 Semifinals – Wednesday is HISTORIC! The knockout stage reaches boiling point as old rivals collide in a mouth-watering semifinal on Wednesday, July 15!  England vs Argentina 3:00 p.m. ET – Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia A fixture dripping with World Cup drama and legendary rivalry returns when the Three Lions face the defending champions. England, powered by Harry Kane’s clinical finishing and Jude Bellingham’s box-to-box dominance, bring Premier League intensity, tactical discipline, and a squad ready to end decades of hurt. After battling through tough quarters, they’re one win away from their first final since 1966. Argentina arrive with the eternal Lionel Messi still weaving magic, flanked by a mix of experience and hunger to retain their crown. La Albiceleste are masters of the big occasion — compact, lethal on the counter, and unbreakable in spirit. Expect passion, flair, and that unmistakable Argentine heart.  This is South American fire versus European steel: Messi’s genius and knockout pedigree against England’s athleticism and set-piece threat. History (Hand of God, Beckham’s red card, penalty shootouts) adds extra spice — this could easily go to extra time or penalties! Wednesday delivers pure football theater as we discover who advances to the final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium. Can England finally break through, or will Argentina’s defending champions march on? Drop your score predictions and bold takes in the comments! Like | Subscribe | Hit the bell for more previews & breakdowns! #WorldCup2026 #EnglandVsArgentina #Semifinals #Kane #Messi #AtlantaStadium​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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