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'You can't stop him!' - Messi's former team-mate warns England over semi-final

England have been warned that they face an "impossible" task in trying to nullify Lionel Messi ahead of their historic World Cup semi-final showdown with Argentina. The Inter Miami superstar is set to face the Three Lions for the first time in his illustrious career with a place in the showpiece final on the line.

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‘Not really worked’ - Madueke & Co struggle to convince Owen

Marcus Rashford, Bukayo Saka, Anthony Gordon and Noni Madueke were expected to make significant contributions to England’s cause at the 2026 World Cup, but Michael Owen has admitted to GOAL that said collection of wingers have “not really worked” out as planned. Thomas Tuchel is yet to settle on a preferred pairing of wide attackers, with no member of a star-studded quartet truly convincing when being given opportunities in which to impress.

Norway v England: Quarter Final - FIFA World Cup 2026

Hurst hails Kane as England's GOAT

England legend Sir Geoff Hurst has crowned Harry Kane as the greatest striker in the nation's history as the Three Lions prepare for a monumental World Cup semi-final clash against Argentina. The 1966 hat-trick hero believes the current captain has surpassed all who came before him, including the icons of England's only triumphant campaign.

England 2026 World Cup kits

Nike has unveiled England's kits for the 2026 World Cup, revealing a fresh look for both the home and away jerseys.

Who is England’s unsung hero as Bellingham & Kane hog headlines?

Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane have been hogging headlines for England at the 2026 World Cup, with ex-Three Lions star Gary Pallister telling GOAL who has been an unsung hero for Thomas Tuchel’s side. All-action midfielder Elliot Anderson is considered to fit that bill, with the Manchester City new boy putting in the graft that allows others to deliver guile.

Tuchel confident England will stifle Messi in World Cup semi-final

Thomas Tuchel has thrown down the gauntlet ahead of England’s monumental World Cup semi-final clash against Argentina, insisting the Three Lions have the blueprint to nullify Lionel Messi. The German tactician believes that while the Inter Miami superstar remains a unique threat, England’s success in silencing Erling Haaland during the quarter-finals proves they can handle the world's most dangerous attackers.

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