Argentina fans are NOT messing around. They are already admitting serious fears about England ahead of their World Cup semi-final showdown in Atlanta next week. You'd think after an unconvincing 3-1 extra time win over Switzerland in their quarter-final, they’d be all confidence, but nope. The buzz coming out of their camp is all about one player, and it's not even one of their own.
England and Argentina Took the Hard Road Here
Both England and Argentina took the absolute hardest route to this semi-final, with both needing extra time to get past their quarter-final opponents. England scraped by Norway in a nail-biter, winning 2-1, but Jude Bellingham was an absolute machine, bagging two huge goals. Argentina, meanwhile, needed extra time to get past Switzerland with that 3-1 victory. This match isn't just a game, it's a historic clash. It’s the first time Lionel Messi will play England in his international career, and everyone knows the history here. These two have been rivals since way back in the 1982 Falklands War, and Argentinian supporters still sing about England during their celebrations. You just know this one is going to be a blockbuster.Argentina's Fans Are Split, But Bellingham Has Their Attention
Despite all the bad blood, some Argentina fans are showing major respect to Thomas Tuchel's England squad. After seeing England’s victory over Norway, many know they’re in for a brutal match. One fan outright said, "The whole England team is very strong." Another added, "Yeah, we have to worry about Harry Kane." The praise didn't stop there. "Bellingham and Kane are a very high level," was one take, and another simply declared, "Jude Bellingham is the best." It's hard to argue, honestly, as those two have combined for a crazy 11 goals in this tournament alone! But don't think it's all fear down south. Other Argentina fans are hyped up, totally confident they can beat England for the third time in World Cup history. One supporter on the BBC said, "I'm not going to come on the BBC and tell you we're not going to f, win the game. Of course, we're going to win the game." Others were just as bold: "England, easy peasy," "We're going to get a win," and "Oh, we feel confident." One fan even pointed to Argentina’s "heart" as their biggest weapon, saying England "have to worry about the Argentine heart. You have to worry about that" , believing it could lead them to back-to-back World Cup finals. So, get ready for Atlanta next week. It's not just a game, it’s a historic clash with bragging rights and a spot in the World Cup final on the line. Will Bellingham and Kane keep tearing it up, or will Argentina's legendary "heart" carry them through? This one is gonna be WILD.This article was created with AI assistance and reviewed by Seattle On Tap editorial staff. Always verify information with official team sources.