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Messi is ‘mortal’! England told why GOAT shouldn’t scare them

Lionel Messi is “more mortal now”, former England international Gary Pallister has told GOAL, with the Three Lions considered to be capable of ending Argentina’s World Cup title defence. Thomas Tuchel’s side are due to lock horns with the reigning champions on Wednesday, with questions already being asked of how best to contain an evergreen all-time great.

Fans attend the US Men's National Team 2026 World Cup roster announcement in New York on May 26, 2026

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Barcelona president Laporta hails Messi for 'extraordinary' 2026 World Cup

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has expressed his immense admiration for Lionel Messi’s continued brilliance, describing the forward's 2026 World Cup campaign as "extraordinary". Speaking from Dallas ahead of the tournament's semi-finals, Laporta also took the opportunity to evaluate the performances of Lamine Yamal and Anthony Gordon.

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England vs Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final preview

Comprehensive match preview of England vs Argentina at World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news and more ahead of this semi-final clash in Atlanta.

England will 'put Messi to bed', says Cole

Former England international Joe Cole has sensationally claimed that the Three Lions will "put Lionel Messi to bed" when they meet Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals. Despite the daunting task of facing the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner, Cole is adamant that England's superior pace will prove too much for the Albiceleste.