CHICAGO: As Argentina prepare for a World Cup semifinal on Wednesday against England, the team’s success in the competition is being overshadowed by several controversies. The first was Egypt’s disallowed goal in the July 7 clash that the South Americans went on to win 3-2 in the final minutes, prompting widespread allegations among fans that decisions by the FIFA referees favored the reigning champions.

FIFA favouritism claims intensified after Argentina staged a dramatic two-goal comeback to defeat Egypt in the Round of 16.

Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra time, with Julian Alvarez's stunning long-range goal sealing the win and setting up a semifinal showdown with England.

The World Cup referee who oversaw Lionel Messi and Argentina's win to set up a semi-final against England overnight has been accused of 'being against' Switzerland as anger grows.

The pairing of England versus Argentina in the second semifinal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Wednesday has again exhumed memories of one of the bitter-sweet rivalries of the…

Argentina and England meet at the World Cup for the sixth time, facing off in Wednesday's semifinal in Atlanta.

Lionel Messi's brilliance has helped carry Argentina into a blockbuster World Cup semi-final with England in Atlanta on Wednesday.

CHICAGO: As Argentina prepare for a World Cup semifinal on Wednesday against England, the team’s success in the competition is being overshadowed by several controversies. The…

NEW YORK, July 13 : A new refereeing protocol has added to the powder keg of public perception over fairness at the World Cup, a former FIFA referee said on Monday, with another…

A new refereeing protocol has intensified debate over fairness at the FIFA World Cup, with a former FIFA referee saying Monday that another controversial...

NEW YORK: A new refereeing protocol has added to the powder keg of public perception over fairness at the World Cup, a former FIFA referee said on Tuesday, with another…

England go into the World Cup semi-finals against an Argentina side who are accused of being treated favourably by FIFA. It is a pervasive feeling among the teams who have faced…