Harry Kane

Lionel Messi not done yet after inspiring Argentina to World Cup final against Spain

Lionel Messi celebrates after Argentina beat England to reach the World Cup final.

Thomas Tuchel insists England played ‘maybe our best match’ amid criticism of his approach

It was the third time since the 2018 World Cup that England have lost a major championship semi-final or final after taking the lead.

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England tried to hold on but it wasn’t enough: Harry Kane

England’s Harry Kane looks dejected after his side were eliminated by Argentina.

Argentina beat England with injury-time goal to reach World Cup final again

Lautaro Martinez scored the winning goal that sent Argentina to the World Cup final.

Key battles as England face Argentina in World Cup semi-final

England’s Harry Kane (right) and Argentina’s Lionel Messi are key players in their respective sides.

England, Argentina anticipate 'special game' in World Cup semifinal

England’s Harry Kane (left) and Argentina’s Lionel Messi will clash in the semi-final on July 15.

Harry Kane on ice: Argentina fans turn to superstition ahead of England game

Ines Mutri, 13, holds a trading card featuring England’s Harry Kane before placing it in a freezer, as one of her superstitions.

England’s Harry Kane dismisses talk of Tuchel-Bellingham rift before Argentina World Cup semi-final

England manager Thomas Tuchel speaking to midfielder Jude Bellingham during a hydration break in their July 11 World Cup quarter-final match against Norway.

Will we hear Wonderwall on Sunday? Yes, England will win the World Cup

England players applaud fans after the 2-1 victory during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter Final match between Norway and England at Miami Stadium on July 11.

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