England and Argentina set for World Cup semi-final after quarter-final victories

England and Argentina have secured places in the World Cup semi‑finals after overcoming Norway and Switzerland respectively, setting up a highly anticipated clash on Saturday. The English side edged past Norway with a narrow victory, while Argentina dispatched the Swiss after a hard‑fought encounter, each win confirming their progression to the tournament’s last four. The upcoming semi‑final will be the first meeting between the two nations in this stage of the competition.

Both teams will look to build on their recent performances as they prepare for the decisive match, which is scheduled for Saturday at the designated venue. England’s tactical discipline and Argentina’s attacking flair were highlighted by France 24’s Selina Sykes, who noted the significance of the encounter for both sides’ World Cup aspirations. The winner will advance to the final, while the loser will compete for third place, concluding a tournament that has already delivered a series of compelling contests.