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Atlanta’s World Cup semifinal the next chapter in one of soccer’s most storied rivalries
By Ellie Parker at Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· July 14, 2026
· 4 min read
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina won’t just be a match for a spot in the final. It will be the latest chapter in one of soccer’s most storied rivalries. >> FULL WORLD CUP COVERAGEArgentina and England have played 14 official matches over th...
Key takeaway The beginningThe teams first played in 1951, when Argentina became the first international side other than Scotland to face England at Wembley Stadium.
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Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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What is this story about? ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina won’t just be a match for a spot in the final. It will be the latest chapter in one of soccer’s most storied rivalries. >> FULL WORLD CUP COVERAGEArgentina and England have played 14 official matches over th...
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