England v Argentina: What time is kick-off and how can I watch the match?

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15 Jul 2026 • 3:26 PM MYT
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England v Argentina: What time is kick-off and how can I watch the match?

  • England and Argentina are set to face each other in a World Cup semi-final, with the winner progressing to play tournament favourites Spain.
  • Both teams secured their place in the semi-finals with dramatic extra-time goals, with Jude Bellingham scoring for England against Norway and Julian Alvarez for Argentina against 10-man Switzerland.
  • The semi-final match will take place at the Atlanta Stadium, Georgia, on Wednesday 15 July, with kick-off at 8pm BST (3pm ET), and will be shown live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in the UK.
  • This encounter marks the first time Lionel Messi will play against England, adding to the historical rivalry between the two nations.
  • England's squad sees Reece James return from injury and Declan Rice expected to play despite illness, while Jordan Henderson is ruled out for the remainder of the tournament due to a wrist injury; Argentina has a full-strength squad available.

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