Football fans, buckle up! England and Argentina have both booked their places in the World Cup semi-finals after dramatic extra-time victories – and now they'll face each other for a spot in the final.

 World Cup Semi-Finals Set! Bellingham & Alvarez Fire England & Argentina Through

Football fans, buckle up! England and Argentina have both booked their places in the World Cup semi-finals after dramatic extra-time victories – and now they'll face each other for a spot in the final.
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Bellingham Brace Sends England Through
Jude Bellingham delivered a masterclass in Miami, scoring twice as England rallied past Norway 2-1 in extra time to reach their first World Cup semi-final since 2018.
The match looked to be slipping away when Norway's Andreas Schjelderup caught England keeper Jordan Pickford off guard with a cross-shot that crept in off the far post in the 36th minute.
But England responded just before halftime. Anthony Gordon's driving run created the opening for Bellingham, who weaved past defenders before smashing a left-footed finish into the net.
Norway thought they'd regained the lead through Torbjorn Heggem, but VAR overturned the goal for a foul by Erling Haaland in the buildup – a decision that left the Norwegian fans fuming.
With no winner in regulation time, Bellingham struck again in the 93rd minute. After keeper Orjan Nyland spilled Morgan Rogers' long-range effort, the Real Madrid star reacted quickest to fire home from close range.

"Character, perseverance got us through. Even when things weren't working, we gave everything we had. I'm so proud of the team. It was a victory for everyone."
— Jude Bellingham

England coach Thomas Tuchel was honest about the performance:

"We made life very, very difficult for ourselves today. The result is fantastic, but I'm not happy with the performance. We got lucky today. We need to play better."

Norway exited after reaching the quarter-finals for the first time in their World Cup history – a remarkable run that will be remembered fondly.
🇦🇷 Argentina Edge Switzerland in Extra-Time Drama
In Kansas City, defending champions Argentina battled past 10-man Switzerland 3-1 after extra time to set up a mouthwatering semi-final against England.
Alexis Mac Allister headed Argentina ahead in the 10th minute from Lionel Messi's corner – the Argentine legend's 10th assist across six World Cups.
Switzerland leveled through Dan Ndoye in the 67th minute, but their hopes crumbled five minutes later when striker Breel Embolo was sent off for a second yellow card following a VAR check for simulation.
Argentina pushed hard for a winner but couldn't find one in regulation time. Then, in extra time, Julian Alvarez produced a moment of individual brilliance – curling a stunning strike into the top corner in the 112th minute. Lautaro Martinez added a late third to seal the victory.
Argentina are now unbeaten in their past 12 World Cup matches as they bid to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to retain their crown.
🇦🇷 vs 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Semi-Final Blockbuster Awaits
The two footballing giants will meet in Atlanta on Wednesday – a fixture steeped in history and intensity:
1986: Maradona's "Hand of God" and "Goal of the Century" in a 2-1 Argentina win
1998: Argentina won on penalties in a classic encounter
2002: England gained revenge with a 1-0 group-stage victory
2022: England edged Argentina 2-1 in the quarter-finals in Qatar
The rivalry carries added weight given the sovereignty dispute over the Falkland Islands (Malvinas), and with a World Cup final spot on the line, expect fireworks.

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