If you missed the Semifinal battle between England and Argentina at Atlanta Stadium, you don't have to stay in the dark. Because the final whistle has just blown, official highlight packages are dropping right now.
To catch all the goals, near-misses, and crucial VAR decisions, your best bet is to look directly to FOX's premium World Cup coverage. As the exclusive English-language broadcaster for the tournament in the United States, they provide the quickest and highest-quality recaps available.
For a complete, updated directory of where to stream on-demand game footage, check out Goal's comprehensive guide on how to watch full match replays and highlights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This hub will keep you completely up to speed on every single matchday as the tournament progresses.
When are the next FIFA World Cup games?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup bronze medal match takes place on Saturday July 18, kicking off at 22:00 PM BST / 17:00 PM ET at Miami Stadium.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final takes place on Sunday July 19, kicking off at 20:00 PM BST / 15:00 PM ET at New York New Jersey Stadium.
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What time did England vs Argentina kick off?
Confirmed team news & squads
England vs Argentina lineups
Starting XI
Substitutes
Manager
- T. Tuchel
- L. Scaloni
England confirmed starting XI: Jordan Pickford; Reece James, John Stones, Marc Guéhi, Djed Spence; Declan Rice, Elliot Anderson; Morgan Rogers, Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon; Harry Kane (captain). Coach: Thomas Tuchel.
Argentina confirmed starting XI: Emiliano Martínez; Nahuel Molina, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martínez, Nicolás Tagliafico; Leandro Paredes, Alexis Mac Allister, Enzo Fernández; Giovanni Simeone, Lionel Messi (captain), Julián Álvarez. Coach: Lionel Scaloni.
Injuries and Suspensions
No sidelined players
England vs Argentina Live Streams
England vs Argentina will be broadcast live in the United States on FOX and Telemundo. Both of these channels are available to live stream on Fubo who are offering a free one day trial of their service.
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How to watch England vs Argentina with a VPN
If you are travelling abroad or just want to access your usual streaming services from a different part of the world, you may run into geo-restrictions. This is where a Virtual Private Network (VPN) comes in handy.
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Is England vs Argentina on FOX or FS1?
England vs Argentina from the semifinals is being broadcast live on the main FOX network (as well as streaming on the Fox One and Fox Sports apps), rather than FS1.
Is the game on Telemundo or Universo?
Today's England vs Argentina game is on Telemundo in the United States.
Who are the commentators on the TV coverage?
John Strong and former United States midfielder Stu Holden are FOX's commentary team, with Mark Clattenberg offering insight as a rules analyst, while Tom Rinaldi, Geoff Shreeves and Katie Shanahan report from Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Rebecca Lowe presents the coverage alongside Thierry Henry, Zlatan Ibrahimović and Alexi Lalas, with Jules Breach chairing a secondary panel alongside Carli Lloyd and Landon Donovan.
Andrés Cantor and Omar Zerón commentate for Telemundo. Carlota Vizmanos and Adriana Monsalve host from Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with Maxi Rodriguez and Jose Pékerman providing expert analysis. Diana Rincón and Tony Cherchi contribute from Telemundo Center, with Juan Ballesteros reporting from Mercedez-Benz Stadium.
England vs Argentina Match Preview
The stage is set for a blockbuster 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final at Atlanta Stadium as England takes on Argentina The prize on the line could not be bigger: a ticket to the July 19 final in New York/New Jersey to face Spain.
This monumental clash pits two completely different attacking styles against each other. For Argentina, Lionel Messi remains the focal point. Now playing in his final World Cup run, Messi has already achieved legendary status by extending his tally as the World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer (21 goals, surpassing Miroslav Klose). Supported by Rodrigo De Paul anchoring the midfield and Julián Álvarez applying pressure up top, Argentina's attack is built on quick transitions and defense-splitting passes.
England counters with an overpowering, multi-faceted attack. Real Madrid superstar Jude Bellingham has been central to the Three Lions' success, recording a brace against Mexico in the Round of 16 and driving the attack forward. He is currently tied with captain Harry Kane as England's co-leading scorer with six goals each this tournament.
The Tactical Battle
The Midfield Engine Room: A pivotal clash will take place in the center of the pitch. Rodrigo De Paul’s relentless energy and distribution for Argentina will have to cope with Jude Bellingham's powerful, driving runs. Whichever team can control possession and bypass the opponent's initial pressing line will likely dictate the tempo.
England's Firepower vs. Argentina's Organization: With Kane acting as a traditional number nine capable of dropping deep to link play, and Bellingham surging into the penalty box, Argentina’s defensive line will face a dual threat requiring flawless communication.
Messi’s Creative Freedom: Argentina thrives when Messi drifts between the lines to find pockets of space. England's defensive midfielders will be tasked with tracking him without compromising their defensive shape.
England vs Argentina Facts & Figures
- This will be their sixth World Cup meeting, making it one of the tournament's most storied fixtures. England leads the head-to-head on the world stage with 3 wins to Argentina's 2.
- Their most famous World Cup meetings include England's controversial 1966 quarter-final win, the infamous Diego Maradona 1986 "Hand of God" quarter-final, and the dramatic 1998 round-of-16 clash.
- The reigning world champions enter the semi-finals on a flawless W-W-W run, being the only side in this tie yet to drop a point. Lionel Messi is in historic form, currently tied atop the Golden Boot race with eight goals.
- Managed by Thomas Tuchel, the Three Lions have a steady W-D-W sequence. They have shown immense steel in the knockout phases, fighting from behind to beat Norway 2-1 in the quarterfinals thanks to a masterclass from Jude Bellingham. Harry Kane and Bellingham both sit close behind Messi with 6 goals each in the tournament.
Form
England arrive in Atlanta with four wins from their last five World Cup matches, their only dropped points coming in a 0-0 draw with Ghana in the group stage. Their most recent result was a 2-1 extra-time win over Norway in the quarter-finals, with Bellingham's brace proving decisive. Earlier in the knockout phase they beat Mexico 3-2 and DR Congo 2-1, scoring nine goals across those five games while conceding three.
Argentina have won all five of their matches at this tournament. Their most recent outing was a 3-1 victory over Switzerland, which came after a 3-2 win against Egypt and a 3-2 win over Cabo Verde. Scaloni's side have scored 12 goals across their last five matches and conceded five, making them the tournament's most prolific attack heading into the semi-finals. They are the only team in the draw yet to drop a point.
Head-to-Head Record
The most recent meeting between these sides was a friendly in November 2005, when England won 3-2. Before that, England beat Argentina 1-0 in the 2002 World Cup group stage. Across the three matches in the available dataset, England hold two wins to Argentina's none, with one draw, though those fixtures span several decades.
Confirmed kits
England wear their familiar white kits with a red trim. The Three Lions' goalkeeper wears an all-yellow kit.
Argentina wear their second strip. They'll sport navy blue shirts with black shorts and socks that have a white trim. La Albiceleste's goalkeeper wears a dark green kit with a blue trim.
The match officials wear light red kits with a gold trim.
Weather
England and Argentina play in a climate-controlled, indoors environment at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. Outside the stadium, there is light cloud plus light winds from the west-south-west ahead during the build-up. The temperature outside will be 84°F (29°C) at kick-off, falling to 82°F (28°C) at the end of normal time, with the humidity outdoors being 68% at the start of the game, falling to 73% by the end of the 90 minutes. Supporters leaving the ground will be met by thundery showers regardless of whether the match is decided at the end of regulation time or after extra time and penalties.
Step-by-step VPN guide to watch England vs Argentina today
NordVPN- Download & Install: Sign up to ExpressVPN or another reputable VPN service (check out GOAL's guide here) and download the app on your device.
- Connect to a Server: Open the app and select a server location where the match is being shown (e.g. if you are in the UK but want to watch a US stream, connect to a US server).
- Clear Cache: Sometimes your browser holds onto your old location. Clear your cookies or refresh your browser to ensure the change takes effect.
- Start Streaming: Go to your broadcaster's website and app and enjoy the game.
How to watch on the Big Screen
Watching on your phone or laptop is fine, but live sports belongs on the big screen. Here is how to get the VPN working on your TV:
- Smart TVs & Fire Stick: Most Android-based TVs and devices like the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Google Chromecast with Google TV have native VPN apps. Simply search for your VPN provider in the app store on your TV, log in, and connect just like you would on your phone.
- Apple TV, Roku & Consoles: These devices often don't support direct VPN apps. The easiest workaround is to use Smart DNS (usually found in your VPN account settings) or Mirror/Cast the stream from your VPN-connected phone or laptop to your TV.
