I watched England's 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final surrounded by hundreds of Argentinians - this is what happened

As England and Argentina prepare to meet in Atlanta, memories of the 1982 conflict, Diego Maradona and a rivalry unlike any other ensure this is about far more than football

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…