Why a former England player is supporting Argentina in World Cup semi-final

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleCopa Independent | How Spain dismantled France – plus our England v Argentina predictionsKelci Bowers, a former AFC Bournemouth defender and ex-England youth international, faces a unique dilemma as England plays Argentina in the World Cup semi-final. Her partner, Marcos Senesi, is an Argentinian defender who received a late call-up for the tournament. Ms Bowers, who grew up representing England, admitted she will be wearing blue and white to the match, supporting Senesi personally while remaining proud of her home country. She described the situation as 'very unusual' and confessed to feeling 'nervous for both sides' given her strong connection to England and her partner's involvement. Senesi recently made a high-profile move to Tottenham Hotspur before joining the Argentinian squad for the World Cup. In fullThe former Lioness now cheering on Argentina in the World CupMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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