World Cup semifinal: Key players to watch in England vs Argentina clash
England and Argentina are set to face off in the World Cup semifinal in Atlanta. The match features high-profile players including Lionel Messi, Jude Bellingham, and Harry Kane.
Why it matters
This match represents a historic rivalry and a high-stakes encounter between two major footballing nations in the 2026 World Cup.
Lionel Messi, Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane will be among the stars on show during Wednesday’s match in Atalanta.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Argentine icon Lionel Messi after winning the Round of 16 match against Egypt in Atlanta last week [Thomas Coex/AFP] By Adam Hancock Published On 14 Jul 2026 14 Jul 2026 The latest chapter in one of world football’s biggest rivalries will be written on Wednesday as England and Argentina clash in the World Cup semifinals in Atlanta.
It’s certain to be a hotly contested encounter with the two nations facing each other for the first time in 21 years.
Some of the biggest names in world football will be in action, including Lionel Messi, Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane.
Here’s a closer look at the key players who could decide Wednesday’s semifinal.
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