England vs Argentina LIVE: World Cup 2026 result, latest updates and fan reaction

England’s World Cup dream was crushed on Wednesday night as they were knocked out in the semi-finals by Argentina, losing 2-1 in Atlanta. The Three Lions came into the match bidding to reach the final for the first time since being crowned champions in 1966, but were eliminated in simply heartbreaking fashion. A cagey first half ended goalless and without a shot on target, but they broke the deadlock early in the second-half as Anthony Gordon tapped home from Morgan Rogers' cross.

But England sat back after taking their narrow lead, giving up the ghost far too early as they allowed Argentina - a team with a penchant for a late comeback - to attack at will. England defended well but Lionel Scaloni’s side eventually found way through as Enzo Fernandez fired home from range. The substitute Lautaro Martinez then scored the winner in injury time to confirm England’s exit and Argentina’s progression. England, having taken off most of their forwards in favour of centre-backs, had no response.

Lionel Messi & Co roll on and will now face Spain in Sunday’s final. England return to action on Saturday, facing France in the third-place play-off. Catch up with England vs Argentina as it happened below, with expert analysis from Standard Sport’s Dom Smith at Atlanta Stadium.

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