Why England Lost to Argentina: Key Moments That Decided the World Cup Semi-Final
Posted on July 16, 2026 by Millie Titus
Quick answer: England led Argentina 1-0 in Atlanta after Anthony Gordon’s 55th-minute goal, but a defensive reshuffle from manager Thomas Tuchel invited pressure his side could not handle. Argentina, driven by Lionel Messi’s two assists, scored twice in seven second-half minutes — through Enzo Fernández (85′) and Lautaro Martínez (90+2′) — to win 2-1 and […]