LIVE UPDATES: England vs Argentina World Cup 2026 semi-finals – Follow all the action, goals and celebrations

Argentina have relied on patience and control, topping the tournament charts for completed passes (4,162) and midfield line-breaking receptions (691).

Although both teams enjoy dominating possession—England averaging 52% and Argentina 55%—their attacking approaches differ. England have been more direct, leading the remaining teams in defensive line-breaking attempts (162), crosses (147) and runs in behind (102).

England have needed extra time once, while the defending champions have done so twice, leaving both teams to manage fatigue as they battle for a place in the final.

The Three Lions have won all three of their knockout matches by a single-goal margin, while Argentina have also been forced to dig deep, with two of their three knockout victories coming by the same scoreline.

England and Argentina have reached the World Cup semi-finals, but neither side has enjoyed an easy route to the last four.

Welcome to Africasoccer’s live coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final clash between England and Argentina.