AF WC Roundup: England & Argentina advance, the Top 4 national teams into the Semi-Final

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Match Highlights

Norway 1-2 England: Bellingham keeps his miraculous performance to bring the Three Lions qualify

Hey Jude! Bellingham scored brace(including an extra-time fabulous goal) to lift the Three Lions into the Semi-Final. 

Argentina 3-1 Switzerland: Alvarez's curvey & Lautaro's follow-up shot lifts Pampas Eagles to the SF

Embolo's red card turns a thrilling combat into a sudden death for the Swiss. In the extra time, Alvarez's impeccable out-of-the-box curvy shot & Lautaro's follow-up shot end the suspence.

Key Stats Board

World Cup title chances updated: France remain top, followed by Spain, England and Argentina

On July 11th, after all the World Cup quarter-finals concluded, England and Argentina claiming the final two semi-final spots after extra time.

Sounds Familiar: 3 of the 4 Euro semifinalists reached the World Cup semifinals

In a World Cup quarter-final clash, England beat Norway 2-1 after a hard-fought extra-time battle to advance to the semi-finals.

Messi vs Switzerland: assist + 6 key passes, 4 shots with 2 blocked, 2 offsides

On July 11th, in the World Cup quarterfinals, Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 to advance to the semifinals. Messi played the full 120 minutes, provided one assist, and led the match in several statistical categories.

Bellingham becomes the 7th player in history to score twice in consecutive WC knockout matches

In the World Cup quarter-final between England and Norway played in the early hours of this morning, Bellingham scored in the 93rd minute of extra time to give England a 2-1 lead.

Sharing is the key, Messi's 10 World Cup Assists Have Gone to 10 Different Players

In the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Argentina faced Switzerland, and Messi assisted Mac Allister's goal in the 10th minute. It was Messi's 10th assist at the World Cup, with those 10 assists going to 10 different players.

Messi contributes to at least a goal in every match at this WC, now with 8 goals and 2 assists

In the World Cup quarter-final against Switzerland, Messi assisted Mac Allister to open the scoring. As a result, Messi has now been directly involved in a goal in every match at this World Cup.

These Things Happen

OFFICIAL: South African government confirm Jayden Adams has passed away at the age of 25

The South African government has confirmed that South African national team player Jayden Adams has passed away at the young age of 25

OFFICIAL: DFB have reached a preliminary agreement with Klopp over head coach role

DFB: Preliminary agreement reached with Klopp over head coach role, talks still ongoing with Red Bull Group

Romano: Chelsea price Garnacho at €50 million and intend to offload him

Fabrizio Romano reports that Chelsea have set a €50 million asking price for Alejandro Garnacho and plan to let him leave the club.

While South African celebrated qualifying after beating South Korea, Adams just sat quietly aside

South African international Jayden Adams has passed away at the age of 25, and the specific cause of death has not yet been confirmed.

Chelsea open talks with Jonathan Rowe as potential Alejandro Garnacho replacement

Chelsea have reportedly opened talks with Bologna's Jonathan Rowe with Alejandro Garnacho expected to leave the club this summer.

Man City complete £10m Jeremy Monga deal - after beating Arsenal to 17-year-old Leicester star: WINDOW WATCH

It's that time of the year again - the transfer window is now open until September 1 and it's sure to be a busy period with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season.

Chelsea targeting second Atalanta youngster after Marco Palestra deal

Chelsea are reportedly set to return to Atalanta in an attempt to sign young defender Honest Ahanor having already secured Marco Palestra.

Como and Fulham pushing to sign Real Madrid sensation Mastantuono

Como and Fulham are both reportedly looking to signing Real Madrid wonderkid Franco Mastantuono on loan.

What They Say

Scaloni: We were fortunate; only after they had a man sent off were we able to attack in numbers

After leading his team to a 3-1 victory over Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals and securing progression, Argentina head coach Scaloni gave an interview to DSPORTS.

Ibrahimović: Garcia entirely to blame for Belgium's elimination

Ibrahimović believes Rudi Garcia is fully responsible for Belgium's elimination, arguing he should not have brought Laments on to the pitch.

Haaland: the result is disappointing, I will keep working hard to help Norway achieve better results

After Norway's 1-2 defeat to England, Haaland gave a post-match interview.

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