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England's World Cup Semifinal Push

Updated 2026-07-15 02:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Alan Shearer reflects on England’s past and future in the World Cup. The team faces Argentina in a match that could define their legacy, 28 years after their last major victory.

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BBC Sport

I still feel pain of '98 but this can be different for England - Shearer

England's defeat to Argentina at the 1998 World Cup still burns deep for Alan Shearer, but he explains why this team can take their chance to change their lives forever.

2026-07-15 01:59 UTC

BBC Sport

England's biggest match since 1966 as Three Lions close in on immortality

England face Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday - and BBC Sport's Phil McNulty explains why it is the Three Lions' biggest match since 1966.

2026-07-15 02:05 UTC