Messi faces England for first time with World Cup final at stake
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Atlanta: Lionel Messi is set to face England for the first time in his incredible international career as defending champions Argentina meet England in a blockbuster FIFA World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, with a place in the final at stake.
Despite having played against nearly every major football nation in his career, the 39-year-old captain has never faced England. Argentina progressed to the final four by defeating Switzerland, while England got to the semi-finals with an epic win against Norway.
The match features two football giants with a long and emotionally charged World Cup history, including Diego Maradona's iconic ‘Hand of God’ goal and breathtaking solo effort in the 1986 quarterfinal. This time, the attention will be on Messi, who hopes to lead Argentina one step closer to another world title.
England, led by captain Harry Kane and midfield star Jude Bellingham, are expected to end their long wait for World Cup glory by defeating the South American superpowers. The winner will move on to the final, while the losers will compete in the third-place playoff.
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