Argentina won 2-1 against England in the World Cup semi-final held in Atlanta. Fans in Argentina and the US celebrated the victory, looking forward to the final match against Spain on July 19.
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Argentina beat England 2-1 in the World Cup semi-final.
The match took place in Atlanta.
Argentina are the current World Cup champions.
Fans celebrated the win both in Argentina and in the United States.
Argentina will play against Spain in the World Cup final on July 19.
The celebrations included dancing and street gatherings.
The victory secured Argentina’s place in the World Cup final.
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Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1 in the World Cup semifinal with late goals by Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez. Argentina will face Spain in the final, while England will play France for third place.
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England led 1-0 after Anthony Gordon scored in the 55th minute.
Argentina equalized in the 85th minute through Enzo Fernandez, assisted by Lionel Messi.
Lautaro Martinez scored the winning goal in stoppage time (92nd minute).
The match was held in Atlanta in front of 68,239 fans.
Argentina are the current World Cup champions, aiming to win back-to-back titles.
Lionel Messi will appear in his third World Cup final, joining Brazilian great Cafu.
Spain, the European champions, will face Argentina in the 2026 final in New Jersey.
England will compete against France in the third-place playoff in Miami.
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Argentina beat England 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup semifinal in Atlanta, Georgia. Argentina will play Spain in the final, while England will play France for third place.
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Argentina scored two late goals, one from Enzo Fernandez and a stoppage-time header by Lautaro Martinez, assisted by Lionel Messi.
England took an early 1-0 lead thanks to Anthony Gordon's cross and Morgan Rogers' assist.
The match was tense and physical with many fouls and few shots on goal in the first half.
Lionel Messi, now 39, is playing in his sixth World Cup and is tied as the tournament's top scorer with eight goals.
England has not won a World Cup since 1966 and lost a historic quarterfinal to Argentina in 1986 due to Maradona's "Hand of God" goal.
The Ireland vs Argentina rivalry includes political tension over the Falkland Islands, with some flags and banners banned at the game for political reasons.
Spain defeated France 2-0 to reach the final against Argentina.
England will face France on Saturday to determine third place.
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Argentina won 2-1 against England in the 2026 World Cup semi-final and will play Spain in the final on July 19. England scored first, but Argentina scored two late goals to win the match.
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The match was held on July 15, 2026, in Atlanta.
England’s Anthony Gordon scored at the 55th minute.
Argentina’s Enzo Fernández tied the game at the 85th minute.
Lautaro Martínez scored the winning goal for Argentina during stoppage time.
Argentina will face Spain in the World Cup final on July 19 at 3 p.m. ET, at the New York-New Jersey Stadium.
England will play France for third place on July 18 in Miami.
Argentina is a strong favorite in the tournament and defending champion from 2022.
This World Cup is expected to be Lionel Messi’s last appearance in the tournament.
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The last two matches of the World Cup, the third-place game between England and France and the final between Argentina and Spain, will be shown live on BBC TV. Both matches will also have live radio commentary and be available to watch in ultra high definition.
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England will play France for third place on Saturday at 22:00 BST.
Argentina and Spain will play the final on Sunday at 20:00 BST.
Both matches will be broadcast live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
BBC Radio 5 Live will provide live radio commentary for both games.
ITV will also show the World Cup final live.
The BBC Sport website offers live text updates and video highlights during the matches.
Matches will be available in ultra high definition (UHD).
BBC Sport also offers a FIFA World Cup 3D experience that lets viewers choose camera angles and see player stats during the game.
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Argentina beat England 2-1 in the World Cup 2026 semi-final in Atlanta. After England scored first, Argentina came back with two late goals to reach the final against Spain.
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The match took place in Atlanta during the World Cup 2026 semi-final.
England scored first with a goal by Anthony Gordon early in the second half.
Argentina’s Enzo Fernandez scored an equalizer with a long-range shot.
Lautaro Martinez scored the winning goal in stoppage time with a header from Lionel Messi’s assist.
Argentina will face Spain in the final as they try to win back-to-back World Cup titles.
England made late defensive changes but couldn’t stop Argentina’s comeback.
Lionel Messi played a key role in Argentina’s victory.
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Puka Nacua, a wide receiver for the Los Angeles Rams, has risen to No. 4 in the latest NFL wide receiver rankings. He led the league with 129 catches last season and is known for his strong and reliable playing style.
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Puka Nacua moved up from an honorable mention last year to No. 4 among NFL wide receivers.
The ranking is based on votes from NFL executives, coaches, and scouts.
He appeared on almost every ballot, with about 85% placing him in the top five.
Nacua led the NFL with 129 catches in the season.
He has eight career games with at least 150 receiving yards, tied for the most in a player's first three seasons.
Analysts praise his physical and fearless style, strong hands, and ability to block and run after catches.
Nacua has faced some off-field challenges this offseason but continues to show his talent on the field.
He may receive a new contract soon as he is considered a key part of the Rams’ team.
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Jalen Brunson, point guard for the New York Knicks, won the 2026 ESPY award for Best NBA Player. He helped the Knicks win their first NBA championship since 1973 and was named Finals MVP after a strong performance in the finals.
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Jalen Brunson plays for the New York Knicks as a point guard.
Brunson won the 2026 ESPY for Best NBA Player.
He led the Knicks to their first NBA title since 1973.
The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in five games.
Brunson averaged 32.6 points per game during the championship series.
He scored 45 points in the final game of the series.
The Knicks congratulated Brunson on social media after his award.
Brunson is also nominated for the ESPY Best Male Athlete award.
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The first half of the World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina ended without any goals. The match was intense, with many fouls and heated moments, but neither team managed to take a shot on goal.
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The game took place in Atlanta and is a World Cup semifinal.
England and Argentina had several rough challenges early in the match.
No goals or shots on goal occurred in the first half.
Both teams received one yellow card each: Anderson for England and Martinez for Argentina.
England committed 7 fouls, Argentina committed 12 fouls in the first half.
Argentina had more ball possession with 56%, while England had 44%.
The match featured tense player interactions but no serious penalties were given by the referee.
England focused attacks on the left side but could not score or get shots on target.
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Nico Collins, a wide receiver for the Houston Texans, is ranked as the No. 8 receiver in the NFL by league experts. He is praised for his size, speed, strength, catching skills, and ability to make plays even when challenged by defenders.
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Collins is seen as one of the most complete wide receivers in the NFL.
He combines size, strength, speed, route running, good hands, and ball skills.
About 25% of his catches are for 20 or more yards.
Last season, he tied for second in the NFL with five catches of 40 or more yards.
He has had three straight seasons with over 1,000 receiving yards, tying a Texans franchise record.
Collins had a low drop rate last season, dropping only 2 passes on 119 throws (1.7% drop rate).
He averages 15 yards per catch over his five-year NFL career.
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A dog owner used a worn T-shirt with her scent to comfort her puppy, Lady, during alone time. However, a dog trainer says comfort items only help if dogs associate them with positive feelings and calm, and owners should also teach dogs to relax and be independent in other ways.
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Leaving a shirt with an owner’s scent is a common trick to help dogs with separation anxiety.
Dogs don’t find comfort from the object itself, but from the feelings they connect to it.
If a comfort item is only given when the owner leaves, it might signal stress instead of comfort.
The trainer recommends teaching dogs to relax calmly and build independence before long separations.
Creating a positive, secure space with toys and blankets can help dogs adjust to being alone.
Comfort items work best as part of a bigger plan that helps dogs feel safe and relaxed on their own.
Training calm behavior in a dog should happen regularly, not just when the owner plans to leave.
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A.J. Brown, recently traded to the New England Patriots, dropped from No. 5 to No. 9 in ESPN’s NFL player rankings but remains a top wide receiver. NFL experts still see him as a strong and physical player who changes how defenses play against him.
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A.J. Brown moved from the Philadelphia Eagles to the New England Patriots.
His ranking among NFL wide receivers fell from No. 5 to No. 9 in ESPN’s survey.
NFL coaches and scouts still consider him a top receiver due to his talent.
Brown appears on about half of the NFL ballots, showing continued respect.
He affects defensive strategies before the ball is snapped.
Brown excels in difficult catches, having the most catches and yards on tight-window throws since 2019.
He is known for being physical, explosive, and tough to cover.
The Patriots expect Brown to be a key player who can improve their run game and offense.
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Jaxon Smith-Njigba, a wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks, was ranked the No. 3 wide receiver in the NFL for 2026 by league experts. He led the league in receiving yards during the 2025 season and played a major role in his team's offense.
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Smith-Njigba was ranked No. 3 wide receiver by NFL executives, coaches, and scouts in 2026.
He led the NFL in 2025 with 1,793 receiving yards.
He accounted for 44% of the Seattle Seahawks’ receiving yards in 2025.
Smith-Njigba played more than 80% of his snaps as an outside receiver.
He averaged 10.9 yards per target, showing strong performance in a demanding role.
Experts compare his skills to top players like Cooper Kupp but say he is especially strong on the outside.
Although he is not seen as the most feared receiver, his production continues to improve and impress.
He is described as a polished and confident player with a complete skill set.
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Patrick Mahomes praised his teammate Travis Kelce for both his physical skills and leadership. Mahomes said Kelce’s selfless attitude motivates the whole team, making him a great player and person. The Kansas City Chiefs struggled last season after Mahomes got injured but hope to bounce back in 2026.
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Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce have been teammates since 2017.
Mahomes described Kelce as having size, speed, and skill to catch the football well.
Mahomes said Kelce is a strong leader and a selfless player who inspires teammates.
Kelce is expected to receive a gold jacket, an honor in the NFL.
The Chiefs had a 6-11 record in 2025 and missed the playoffs for the first time since 2014.
Mahomes injured his ACL in Week 15 of the 2025 season.
Mahomes hopes to return for Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season.
The Chiefs will play the Denver Broncos on September 14 in a "Monday Night Football" game.
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Drake London recently signed a $141 million contract extension and is seen as a potential top NFL wide receiver. Experts compare him to Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who had a standout season and is now ranked among the best players in the league.
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Drake London signed a four-year, $141 million contract extension.
ESPN ranks Jaxon Smith-Njigba as the No. 3 wide receiver in the NFL.
Smith-Njigba led the league in receiving yards (1,793) and had 10 touchdowns in a Super Bowl season.
London had 1,271 yards and nine touchdowns in 2024 and was on pace to improve before an injury.
London is 6-foot-4, weighs about 215 pounds, and can play multiple receiver positions.
Atlanta Falcons have not decided on a starting quarterback; options are Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa.
Penix is recovering from ACL surgery; Tagovailoa had a tough season with Miami.
Experts believe steady quarterback play could help London reach the elite level like Smith-Njigba.
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Golfer Tyrrell Hatton is competing in the 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, aiming for his first major win. He has had mixed results this season in big tournaments and joked he might watch the final on TV instead of playing in the last group.
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Tyrrell Hatton is playing in his 13th straight Open Championship.
His best Open finish was tied for 5th place in 2016.
This season, he tied 3rd at The Masters, missed the cut at the PGA Championship, and tied 7th at the U.S. Open.
Last week, Hatton tied for 17th at the Scottish Open.
He will tee off Thursday at 4:58 a.m. ET in a group with World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau.
DeChambeau has not made a major cut yet in the 2026 season.
Hatton joked that he might watch the final round on his sofa rather than being in the last group.
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England is playing against Argentina in the World Cup semi-final match. Fans can rate the performance of both teams' players on a scale from 1 to 10 during and shortly after the game.
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The match is a World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina.
Fans can rate each player’s performance using a 1 to 10 scale.
The rating tool closes 30 minutes after the match ends.
Players from both teams are listed with their jersey numbers and names.
No players have been substituted at the time of reporting.
The final player ratings will be an average of all fan submissions.
Users must be signed in with a BBC account to rate players.
The article is connected to ongoing World Cup coverage on BBC Sport.
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Florida State’s football coach Mike Norvell said he does not feel pressure about his job going into the 2026 season despite recent poor team records. Norvell’s team had a very good season in 2023 but struggled afterward, and his contract buyout is very costly if the school wants to fire him.
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Florida State’s football team went 13-1 in 2023 but then had records of 2-10 in 2024 and 5-7 in 2025.
Coach Mike Norvell dismissed talk about being on the “hot seat” (at risk of being fired) before the 2026 season.
Norvell’s contract buyout is about $58 million now but will decrease to $45.6 million after the 2026 season and $36.8 million after 2027.
Norvell’s overall record at Florida State is 38 wins and 24 losses, with a 22-26 record in ACC conference games.
Florida State won the ACC championship in 2023 but has not made a bowl game since.
Rivals like Miami have made the College Football Playoff and appear strong this season.
Florida State faces tough games against Alabama, Florida, and several ACC opponents this year.
It is uncertain whether Florida State will pay the large buyout if Norvell struggles again.
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Caitlin Clark has had a strong start to her WNBA career, setting records and earning Rookie of the Year honors. However, basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar said it is too soon to call her the "face of the league" and praised other top players like A'ja Wilson.
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Caitlin Clark was the No. 1 pick in the 2024 WNBA draft.
She set several league records in her first season and nearly won Rookie of the Year unanimously.
Clark currently plays for the Indiana Fever and averages 20.1 points and 7.8 assists per game.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar said calling Clark the face of the WNBA is an insult to many great players.
Abdul-Jabbar praised A'ja Wilson, a seven-time WNBA All-Star and top MVP candidate.
Clark has missed some games this season due to a back injury.
Clark became the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 600 career assists.
The Indiana Fever have won four of their last five games.
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CeeDee Lamb played only 14 games last NFL season due to injuries but still gained over 1,000 receiving yards. Despite sharing the spotlight with teammate George Pickens, Lamb remains one of the top wide receivers in the league according to NFL experts.
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Lamb missed several games because of a high ankle sprain and a concussion.
He finished the season with 75 catches, 1,077 receiving yards, and 3 touchdowns.
Lamb has made 1,000 receiving yards for five straight seasons, tying a Dallas Cowboys record.
George Pickens had 1,429 receiving yards and 9 touchdowns, helping reduce pressure on Lamb.
NFL scouts and coaches ranked Lamb as the 6th best wide receiver in the league.
Dallas Cowboys had a strong offense but a weak defense last season.
The Cowboys improved their defense during the offseason by adding several new players.
The team hopes for a better season in 2026 with a healthy Lamb and upgraded defense.
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