England vs Argentina

Wednesday's semi-final in Atlanta decides who reaches Sunday's World Cup final, with the winner facing France or Spain for the trophy. Defending champions Argentina have won six straight games and scored 17 goals, the tournament's best return and one shy of their all-time World Cup record. Lionel Messi has struck eight times and will face England for the first time in his career. England, managed by Thomas Tuchel, needed extra time to beat Norway 2-1 in Miami, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice to reach six goals alongside Harry Kane — the first time two players from one nation have both hit six at a single World Cup. Ezri Konsa is suspended, with Quansah stepping in. England hold the historical edge, winning six of fourteen meetings with Argentina, including a 1-0 win via a Beckham penalty at the 2002 World Cup. Our prediction: 2-1