World Cup semifinals: Four previous champions, a bitter rivalry, Mbappé vs Yamal and Messi vs Kane
The World Cup semifinals feature a historic lineup of four previous champions: Argentina, Spain, France, and England. The matches include high-stakes rivalries, such as the long-standing tension between Argentina and England.
Why it matters
The World Cup is a major global cultural event that often reflects historical and geopolitical tensions between participating nations.
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