Three Lions facing another four years of hurt after throwing away semi-final lead. Defending champions to take on Spain in historic final.

England are eyeing a first appearance in a World Cup final in 60 years as they take on Lionel Messi's reigning champions Argentina in the last four in Atlanta on Wednesday.

Argentina survived another heart-stopping match when it scored two late goals to topple England and extend the Three Lions' six-decade-long wait for another World Cup trophy.

Lionel Messi's Argentina clash with England in a marquee World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, with Spain lying in wait after shattering French hopes of a third triumph.

Argentina is the defending World Cup champion and England is looking for its first title since 1966. The winner will face Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday.

England face Argentina in a historic World Cup semifinal, hoping to avenge past defeats and stop Lionel Messi to reach their first final since 1966.

The three-time champions are seeking to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back World Cups.

Lionel Messi and Argentina were behind after 84 minutes, then produced two goals to continue their pursuit of back-to-back tournament wins.

Argentina beat England 2-1 in a thrilling World Cup semi-final in Atlanta to book their place in the final against Spain as they chase back-to-back World Cup titles. After falling…

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Argentina's two late goals deny England a first World Cup final since 1966

Defending champions come from behind again, stay on target to become first team to win back-to-back titles since Brazil.

Reigning champions Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1 on Wednesday and reach their second World Cup final in a row, where they will face Spain.

Lionel Messi will play in his second straight World Cup final—this time against European champions Spain.

ENGLAND 1-2 ARGENTINA: The reigning champions will face Spain in Sunday's World Cup final after a tense and fiery encounter ended in dramatic fashion

Analysis of an extraordinary World Cup semifinal

England suffered a crushing 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the World Cup 2026 semi-final, with the holders scoring twice late on to secure a dramatic comeback victory.

Holders Argentina will face Spain in the final after snatching victory from England in a highly charged encounter.

Lionel Messi's vision and composure in the decisive moments once again made the difference as Argentina booked a blockbuster World Cup final against Spain. | Football News

The Three Lions led Argentina in the semi-final but were unable to capitalise on their position resulting in a loss reminiscent of recent major tournament failures

Argentina will now aim to become the first nation since Brazil in 1958 and 1962 to successfully defend the FIFA World Cup title when they face Spain in Sunday's final