England vs Argentina

World Cup · Semifinals

Kickwise AI before kickoff: Argentina (38%)Final 1-2Correct

England

1-2

Argentina

World Cup · Semifinals

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Match summary

Half time0-0

Full time1-2

Argentina beat England 2-1. It was goalless at half time. Argentina came from behind to win.

Match timeline

England

Argentina

0′45′90′

How the goals came

1-0A. Gordon55′
1-1E. Fernandez85′
1-2L. Martinez90′

A. Gordon opened the scoring for England, set up by M. Rogers (55′). E. Fernandez levelled for Argentina, set up by L. Messi (85′). L. Martinez put Argentina ahead, set up by L. Messi (90′).

Cards and VAR

Yellow cards: England 1, Argentina 3.

In numbers

EnglandArgentina

36%Possession64%

5Shots15

2Shots on target5

1Corners6

0.53Expected goals (xG)1.84

Argentina had 64% of the ball. Shots: England 5 (2 on target), Argentina 15 (5). Expected goals (xG): England 0.53, Argentina 1.84. Top rated: Lionel Messi (Argentina), 8.0.

Kickwise AI before kickoff

England: 32%
Draw before penalties: 30%
Argentina: 38%

With the confirmed lineups.

The AI's pick: Argentina (low confidence). Final 1-2. Correct

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Match facts

Competition: World Cup · Semifinals
Kickoff: Wed, Jul 15, 19:00 UTC
Stadium: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
Referee: Ismail Elfath, USA
Goals: England: A. Gordon 55′
Argentina: E. Fernandez 85′, L. Martinez 90′

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Questions and answers

Who won England vs Argentina?

Argentina beat England 2-1. A. Gordon opened the scoring for England in the 55th minute. L. Martinez scored the winner in the 90th minute. Argentina came from behind to win.

Who scored in England vs Argentina?

England: A. Gordon 55′. Argentina: E. Fernandez 85′, L. Martinez 90′.

Did the AI predict England vs Argentina correctly?

Before kickoff the Kickwise AI gave England 32%, the draw 30% and Argentina 38%, and picked Argentina. The final score was 1-2, so the pick was right.

What were the key stats of England vs Argentina?

Argentina had 64% of the ball. Shots: England 5 (2 on target), Argentina 15 (5). Expected goals (xG): England 0.53, Argentina 1.84. Corners: England 1, Argentina 6.

Who was the best player in England vs Argentina?

Top rated: Lionel Messi (Argentina), 8.0.

Were there any red cards in England vs Argentina?

No player was sent off.

When and where was England vs Argentina played?

England vs Argentina was played on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 19:00 UTC. Stadium: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta. Competition: World Cup, Semifinals.

Who started for England and Argentina?

England (4-2-3-1, coach Thomas Tuchel): J. Pickford, R. James, J. Stones, M. Guehi, D. Spence, D. Rice, E. Anderson, M. Rogers, J. Bellingham, A. Gordon, H. Kane. Argentina (4-1-4-1, coach Lionel Scaloni): E. Martinez, N. Molina, C. Romero, L. Martinez, N. Tagliafico, L. Paredes, G. Simeone, E. Fernandez, A. Mac Allister, J. Alvarez, L. Messi.

Who refereed England vs Argentina?

Ismail Elfath, USA was the referee.