Fans were nervously gripping their pints at the half way mark when both teams remained goalless despite 19 fouls being committed.

IAN MCKINSTRY: After England's nerve-shredding triumph over Norway in the World Cup, a mood of excitement is spreading across the land.

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Up to 26 million fans are expected to tune in to watch England's semi-final battle with Argentina - with the 8pm kick-off forecast to deliver a bonanza for pubs

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.

Watch live BBC One coverage, listen on 5 Live and get analysis, predictions, fan reaction, score updates and match stats from England v Argentina in the World Cup semi-final.

England are through to their fourth men’s World Cup semi-final where they meet fierce ricals Argentina on Wednesday night, writes Lawrence Ostlere. If you’re new to this, prepare…

England fans sang their hearts out last night as they packed bars and clubs in their hundreds ahead of the crunch World Cup semi-final against Argentina.

Fans were nervously gripping their pints at the half way mark when both teams remained goalless despite 19 fouls being committed.

Three Lions fans have begun packing out fan zones across the country as Thomas Tuchel's squad prepares to take on Argentina in a historic clash tonight.

Argentina come from behind with late equaliser and Lautaro Martínez winner in added time to set up World Cup final with Spain

ATLANTA, July 15 : Argentina's Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez struck late goals to snatch a 2-1 win over England in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday to send Lionel…

ATLANTA, July 15 : Argentina's Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez struck late goals to snatch a 2-1 win over England in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday to send Lionel…

Argentina came from behind in the final minutes in Atlanta to beat England 2-1 and reach the World Cup final for the second successive tournament

ENGLAND 1-2 ARGENTINA: Another late turnaround saw the World Cup holders through a second successive final, breaking English hearts after Anthony Gordon's goal had put them ahead

Argentina advanced to the finals and eliminated England from the World Cup, achieving a 2-1 victory with a comeback in the final minutes.

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.

England's heartbreaking defeat by Argentina in the World Cup semi-final was a tempestuous affair filled with fouls, melees and plenty of needle.

Fans had their heads in their hands as they watched Argentina come from behind to win

Harry Kane said he was "gutted" for England and their fans after his team were beaten 2-1 by defending champions Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday.

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