Scaloni vs England: Football Over History | Auckland News

Auckland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 13, 2026 · 1m

Argentina’s Lionel Scaloni insists the World Cup semi-final against England is pure football—no history, no politics, just a battle against a respected opponent. With the chance to win back-to-back titles, Argentina enters the match after a gritty win over Switzerland, while England, fueled by resilience and star power from Kane and Bellingham, has clawed back from two come-from-behind wins. Despite the emotional weight of past clashes—including Maradona’s “Hand of God” and the Falklands War—both teams vow to treat it like any other high-stakes match, driven by professionalism and the dream…