Argentina's potential World Cup victory revives the 'Curse of Tilcara' folklore. This legend claims a broken promise from 1986 led to decades of football heartbreak. Fans believe a 2018 visit by some players finally lifted the supposed curse. AI fact-checking suggests historical basis but denies a mystical pact. The debate continues as Argentina aims for another championship title.

Game after game, Argentina keeps pulling off miracles wins as the South American team has reached the World Cup semifinals against Spain on Sunday.

Argentina have enjoyed some good fortune, but there's far more behind the reigning champions' run to the World Cup semi-finals.