Ladbrokes previews England vs Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals
Jude Bellingham and Julian Alvarez are tipped for a shot on target each
Both teams are tipped to score with the match ending in a draw in 90 minutes
England and Argentina renew their historic rivalry as they battle it out for a place in the World Cup final in Wednesday's semi-final - and Ladbrokes previews all the action.
Both secured their place in the final four with nervy wins in extra-time over Norway and Switzerland respectively, and we are in for another tense clash in Atlanta with a shot at facing either Spain or France in Sunday's final at stake.
Ladbrokes' odds suggest it is a hard match to call, with the Three Lions slight favourites to qualify at 3/4, while progression for the holders is only 19/20.
Check out our in-depth preview and bet builder tips for England vs Argentina, including match details, predicted lineups and the latest odds.
Our predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Pickford / Konsa, Stones, Guehi, O'Reilly / Anderson, Rice / Saka, Bellingham, Gordon / Kane
Argentina
Our predicted XI (4-4-2): E.Martinez / Molina, Romero, Li.Martinez, Tagliafico / De Paul, Paredes, Fernandez, Mac Allister / Messi, Alvarez
England vs Argentina: Bet builder tips
Jude Bellingham to have one or more shots on target
There's a pretty strong case for Jude Bellingham being England's most important player after another match-winning brace to beat Norway 2-1 after extra-time.
After avoiding the prospect of a suspension, Bellingham will be one of the first names on the teamsheet on Wednesday and we fully expect him to try his luck with at least an effort on goal.
Julian Alvarez to have one or more shots on target
All eyes were naturally on Lionel Messi, but it was Julian Alvarez who stepped up in the crucial moment with a stunning goal in extra-time to break the deadlock against 10-man Switzerland.
The Atletico Madrid striker should get the nod over Lautaro Martinez once again in Atlanta and looks to be making an impact at the right moment after a slow start to his World Cup. With an average of 0.7 shots on target per match so far, our experts think Alvarez might be the smart pick for an Argentina SOT.
Both teams to score
Clean sheets have been hard to come by for both sides, with neither side recording one in their three knockout games so far.
The likes of Norway, Switzerland, Cape Verde and Mexico have all shown that there are goals against these two sides and with so much attacking quality on show, it feels like another game where both teams will find the net.
England and Argentina to draw in 90 minutes
Finally, we think this game will be decided in either extra-time or via a penalty shootout after what we think will be a draw in normal time.
Argentina have needed extra-time to get through two of their knockout games and a 96th-minute winner in the other, with England also going the distance against Norway.
Just as the bookies are suggesting, picking a winner between these two feels too difficult to call, and we think another period of extra-time could be on the cards here.
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England vs Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals takes place on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 with kick-off scheduled for 8pm UK time.
Where can I watch England vs Argentina at the World Cup?
The World Cup match, England vs Argentina, will be shown live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer for UK viewers.
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