The dirty tricks looked like they were to no avail. England were almost there. But Argentina are world champions for a reason.
Six out of six in World Cup semi-finals for the South Americans, who love nothing more than beating the English at their own game. The manner of the victory, against their greatest footballing enemy, could not have been any sweeter.
With this support behind them, and Lionel Messi still doing the business on the pitch, another world title beckons.
Argentina are ahead! 😱A relentless spell of pressure sees Alexis Mac Allister hit the post before ANOTHER Lionel Messi assist sets up Lautaro Martinez to make it 2-1. pic.twitter.com/kVoNouFgKZ— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) July 15, 2026
Emi Martinez – 6
