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England take on Argentina in a huge World Cup semifinal. Here’s how you can secure your tickets

Jude Bellingham has revealed the vital role his mother, Denise, played in ensuring he remains available for England’s blockbuster World Cup semi-final against Argentina. The Real Madrid superstar was the hero in the quarter-finals, netting a crucial brace to sink Norway, but his biggest achievement might have been keeping his cool under immense pressure.

Lionel Messi was involved in a heated confrontation with referee Joao Pedro Pinheiro during Argentina’s dramatic 2026 World Cup quarter-final victory over Switzerland. The Inter Miami superstar was caught on camera demanding respect from the Portuguese official following a disagreement over a defensive wall.

Switzerland have sensationally hit out at match officials following their World Cup exit, claiming a controversial VAR intervention "destroyed" their quarter-final clash against Argentina. The European side were left reeling after Breel Embolo was sent off for simulation following a bizarre "mistaken identity" review that has sparked massive debate across the globe.