Argentina's Scaloni Says England World Cup Semi 'Just a Football Game'
Lionel Scaloni said Argentina will focus on football as they prepare for a semi-final against England after a 3-1 quarter-final win.
- On Saturday, Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra time at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City to reach the FIFA World Cup semi-finals. Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez scored late goals to secure the victory.
- Alexis Mac Allister scored in the 10th minute before Dan Ndoye equalized for Switzerland in the 67th minute; Breel Embolo was sent off for simulation minutes later, reducing Switzerland to 10 men.
- Argentina will face England in the semi-final in Atlanta after the Three Lions defeated Norway 2-1. The defending champions remain unbeaten in their past 12 World Cup matches as they pursue a historic title retention.
- This semi-final comes 40 years after the 1986 World Cup encounter in Mexico, famous for Diego Maradona's "Hand of God" goal. Historical tension surrounds the matchup due to the lingering sovereignty dispute over the Falkland Islands.
- Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni insisted the heavyweight match is "just a football game" despite the historical rivalry. He emphasized ambition, stating, "We won because of our ambition-- we didn't want it to go to penalties.
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