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Why England's loss to Argentina felt like most painful in 60 years of hurt
England's years of hurt will now stretch beyond 60, but the late collapse to a World Cup semi-final defeat by Argentina may be the most painful wound
'Gutted' Harry Kane on Messi, Argentina and devastation of World Cup exit – video
<p>“I think there's not much to say. For now, everyone has to process what's just happened,” Harry Kane said after the defending champions, Argentina,
Prince William tells England to 'hold heads high'
The Prince of Wales says England has "inspired us all" as he offers his commiserations over the loss to Argentina.
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Did defensive tactics cost England a place in the World Cup final?
Thomas Tuchel accepts responsibility after substitutions backfire in England defeat
<ul><li><p>Head coach has no regrets but admits he will be judged</p></li><li><p>Bellingham appears to strike Argentina’s Barco on head</p></li></ul><
'That's why he's the king' - Messi sets up third World Cup final
BBC Sport looks at Lionel Messi's masterclass on the right wing to knock England out of the World Cup.
'He was my biggest fan' - BBC pundit Richards' father dies
Micah Richards pays tribute to his father Lincoln, who died shortly before the BBC pundit went on air for England's World Cup semi-final defeat by Arg
Lionel Messi’s inevitable gravity bends another occasion in Argentina’s favour | Barney Ronay
<p>While England shrank away in Atlanta, Argentina’s No 10 was not finished making his mark on the biggest stage</p><p>To strive, to seek, to find, an
It was supposed to be different but Argentina showed intent, Tuchel showed fear | Jacob Steinberg
<p>England head coach made changes that would have led to Southgate and Eriksson being hammered</p><p>Lionel Messi has seen buses reverse into positio
'No regrets' - Tuchel on England's defeat by Argentina
England manager Thomas Tuchel believes his team "got too passive" after scoring first in the World Cup semi-final against Argentina, which they lost 2
'Gutted' - Kane disappointed over World Cup exit
England captain Harry Kane gives his analysis on their defeat against Argentina in the 2026 World Cup semi-final at Atlanta Stadium.
Argentina shatter England's World Cup dreams in semi-final
Argentina shatter England's World Cup dreams, scoring two late goals to come from behind and knock out Thomas Tuchel's side, in a dramatic semi-final
England 1-2 Argentina: World Cup 2026 semi-final – live reaction
<p>⚽ Dramatic late goals set up World Cup final with Spain<br>⚽ <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/gallery/2026/jul/15/world-cup-2026-engla
Argentina celebrate progressing to World Cup final
Defending champions Argentina celebrate at full time, after beating England 2-1 to make it through to their second successive World Cup final.
England 1-2 Argentina: World Cup semi-final player ratings
<p>Lionel Messi was at his effervescent best while Harry Kane struggled to make an impact</p><p><strong>Jordan Pickford</strong> Had little chance wit
Fernandez fires in equaliser for Argentina
Enzo Fernandez equalises for Argentina against England in the 2026 World Cup semi final at the Atlanta Stadium.
Argentina’s late double breaks England hearts in dramatic World Cup semi-final
<ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jul/15/england-argentina-world-cup-2026-semi-final-news-reaction">England hearts broken
Late Martinez header sends Argentina to World Cup final
Substitute Lautaro Martinez is in the right place at the right time to head home Lionel Messi's 92nd-minute cross to send Argentina to the World Cup f
Final two World Cup matches to be shown live on BBC
Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off between England and France and Sunday's World Cup final will both be live on BBC TV.
'The change didn't work' - England player ratings
BBC Sport's England reporter Alex Howell rates the players after the Three Lions lost to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final.
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