Predicted starting lineups for England vs Argentina, 2026 World Cup semi-final today.
On 15 July 2026, the predicted starting lineups for both teams before the intense 2026 World Cup semi-final match between England and Argentina, scheduled for 02:00 on 16 July Thailand time.
Latest update: England will miss two players—versatile defender Jarell Quansah, suspended for one more match, and veteran midfielder Jordan Henderson, who recently underwent surgery for a broken arm.
Meanwhile, key midfielder Declan Rice has recovered in time, resumed full training, and is expected to be fit to strengthen England's midfield. The attacking line remains intact, led by Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, each with six goals.
Argentina have no injury or suspension concerns and are ready to field all players. They are expected to keep the same starting eleven that defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra time in the quarter-finals, led by top scorer Lionel Messi with eight goals and Julián Álvarez, whose beautiful goal sparked their victory.
England (4-2-3-1 formation): Jordan Pickford (goalkeeper), Ezri Konsa, John Stones, Marc Guehi, Niko O'Reilly, Declan Rice, Elliott Anderson, Bukayo Saka, Jude Bellingham, Anthony Gordon, Harry Kane (captain)
Argentina (4-1-3-2 formation): Emiliano Martínez (goalkeeper), Nahuel Molina, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martínez, Nicolás Tagliafico, Leandro Paredes, Rodrigo De Paul, Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister, Julián Álvarez, Lionel Messi (captain)
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