England and Argentina are resuming one of the fiercest rivalries in international soccer as they face off in the World Cup semifinals. This grudge match, renewing a rivalry after 24 years, will see stars Harry Kane and Lionel Messi clash.
With a spot in the World Cup final on the line, the meeting carries new stakes. These matchups have long felt larger than soccer, threatening to reopen decades-old wounds for both countries.
England enters the contest with a record of three wins, one loss, and one draw against Argentina in the World Cup.