La Albiceleste advanced to the World Cup semifinals with a 2-1 extra-time win over Switzerland on July 10, 2026. Now, Lionel Scaloni’s side — unbeaten in its last five games — faces England this Wednesday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta with a place in the final on the line.

What did Anya Taylor-Joy say about Argentina vs. England?

Actress Anya Taylor-Joy, who grew up in Buenos Aires until age six, made her preference clear ahead of the semifinal. When asked which team she’d support, she said: “There’s a lot of tension at home right now. My grandfather worked in Anglo-Argentine relations, so deep down I’m Argentina. But if we’re going to lose, I’d rather it be to England.”

Taylor-Joy, born in Miami but raised in San Isidro, attended Northlands School and has maintained strong ties to the country. On June 13, 2026, she wore Argentina’s kit while watching the U.S. match in Los Angeles, sparking an outpouring of support from Argentine fans online.

Argentina’s road to the final

La Albiceleste arrives unbeaten after beating Angola 2-0 on November 14, 2025, and Switzerland 2-1 in extra time on July 10, 2026, with goals from Julián Álvarez and Enzo Fernández. The team has now won three straight matches and is chasing its first World Cup final since 2014.

For Wednesday’s clash, Scaloni will deploy the iconic blue alternate kit — the same colors worn in Argentina’s 1986 and 1998 World Cup triumphs. England, led by Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane, aims to reach another final and add another chapter to one of football’s fiercest rivalries.

Why this semifinal matters for Argentina

Beyond the scoreboard, this match is about legacy. Argentina, averaging 27 years old, blends experience and youth under Scaloni, who has defied expectations by guiding the team to another semifinal.

The nation is united behind its squad. From the streets of Buenos Aires to the stands in Atlanta, the support is overwhelming. The semifinal against England isn’t just a game — it’s a chance to carve another golden moment in Argentine football history.