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England-Argentina World Cup rivalry features handball, red cards and penalties ahead of Atlanta meeting
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England-Argentina World Cup rivalry features handball, red cards and penalties ahead of Atlanta meeting
The footballing rivalry between England and Argentina, spanning six decades and five World Cup matches, will continue with the 2026 World Cup semi-final in Atlanta.
- In the 1966 quarter-final, Argentina captain Antonio Rattin was sent off after 33 minutes and England won 1-0.
- In the 1986 quarter-final, Diego Maradona scored with his hand and then dribbled through England's defense for a second goal in a 2-1 win.
- In the 1998 last-16 match, David Beckham was sent off for kicking Diego Simeone; Argentina won 4-3 on penalties after a 2-2 draw.
- Argentina's Diego Simeone later said he exaggerated his fall to ensure Beckham received a red card.
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