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The Messi Effect | Episode 41 | Wednesday, July 15, 2026 World Cup Semifinal preview: Argentina vs England at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA (3 PM ET). Historical context: Argentina have beaten England at every World Cup meeting (1986, 1998, 2022). Messi at 39, likely his last World Cup. Alvarez the breakout knockout star. England's survival story: Bellingham's stoppage-time equalizer + extra-time winner vs Norway. Kane quiet, Stones/Rice defense solid. Midfield battle: Mac Allister/Enzo/De Paul vs Rice/Bellingham. Winner faces Spain in Sunday's Final at MetLife Stadium.
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