The little maestro has scored eight goals at this World Cup, but Thomas Tuchel must work out a way of shackling him if England are to make their first World Cup final since 1966.

Heading into a monumental semi-final in Atlanta, Lionel Messi looks to evoke the spirit of Diego Maradona and shatter the Three Lions on his 201st international appearance.

With eight goals and two assists in this World Cup, Lionel Messi remains England's biggest obstacle ahead of Wednesday's semifinal in Atlanta. | Football News

The little maestro has scored eight goals at this World Cup, but Thomas Tuchel must work out a way of shackling him if England are to make their first World Cup final since 1966.

El entrenador de Inglaterra se rindió ante las habilidades del astro argentino

How do England stop 'genius' Lionel Messi? Mark Schwarzer and Scott McDonald break it down on Added Time.

England head coach Thomas Tuchel revealed that he had considered man-marking Lionel Messi. | Football News

For Argentina, their biggest challenge will be ensuring that Lionel Messi receives the ball in areas where he can hurt England. | Football News

To reach a first World Cup final since 1966, England must control the game before Messi controls it for them. | Football News

The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner prepares to face England for the first time.

England will consider a man-marking strategy against Lionel Messi during Wednesday's World Cup semifinal, manager Thomas Tuchel told reporters.

Thomas Tuchel said that their focus is firmly on preventing Lionel Messi from deciding the semi-final. | Football News

England head coach made changes that would have led to Southgate and Eriksson being hammered

A combination of Thomas Tuchel's tactics and innate brilliance saw Argentina reach another showpiece final

The headlines belonged to Lionel Messi, as they usually do. But behind his magic stood Lionel Scaloni's tactical adjustments. | Football News