Why a former England player is supporting Argentina in World Cup semi-final

FootballSports
16 Jul 2026 • 2:27 AM MYT
The Independent
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Why a former England player is supporting Argentina in World Cup semi-final

  • Kelci Bowers, a former AFC Bournemouth defender and ex-England youth international, faces a unique dilemma as England plays Argentina in the World Cup semi-final.
  • Her partner, Marcos Senesi, is an Argentinian defender who received a late call-up for the tournament.
  • Ms Bowers, who grew up representing England, admitted she will be wearing blue and white to the match, supporting Senesi personally while remaining proud of her home country.
  • She described the situation as 'very unusual' and confessed to feeling 'nervous for both sides' given her strong connection to England and her partner's involvement.
  • Senesi recently made a high-profile move to Tottenham Hotspur before joining the Argentinian squad for the World Cup.

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