Can England stop Lionel Messi leading the reigning champions Argentina to another World Cup final?
The Inter Miami star has been in imperious form so far, scoring eight times and setting up two goals for his team-mates en route to the semi-finals.
Four years ago, Messi and co went all the way in Qatar, beating France on penalties in the final after the scoreline had been 3-3 after extra-time (Messi had scored twice).Spain lie in wait again on Sunday for the final at Metlife Stadium in New Jersey, having beaten France in the other semi-final at AT&T Stadium on Tuesday evening.
But England will fancy their chances in Atlanta tonight, given the form of their two brilliant forward players: Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham. Both have six goals each after six matches, and each have performed heroics for Thomas Tuchel’s side during their path to the last four.It promises to be a blockbuster affair at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, given there is such a deep-rooted rivalry between these two sides, featuring Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal at the 1986 World Cup and David Beckham’s red card against Argentina in 1998.
We take a closer look at this game and where it might be decided…
What’s the key info I need to know? Round: World Cup semi-final World rankings: England (FIFA ranking: 4th) vs Argentina (2nd) Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
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