Argentina honors England win with special day The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has declared July 15th as National Teams Day, honoring Argentina's historic 2-1 semifinal win over England at the 2026 World Cup. Lionel Scaloni's team overcame a 1-0 deficit with late goals from Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez, sparking nationwide celebrations. ## Why July 15th? The date commemorates the dramatic victory over England in Atlanta, a match steeped in historical rivalry. It had been 40 years since Argentina last beat England in a World Cup, since Diego Maradona's legendary performance in 1986. Though Argentina lost the final to Spain (1-0), the AFA emphasized that the tribute honors all national teams, including youth and women's squads. ## What does this mean for Argentine football? The AFA highlighted that this recognition celebrates not just the senior team's achievement but also the efforts of all national selections. Currently, Argentina leads the 2026 World Cup with 9 points (3W-0D-0L), 8 goals scored and only 1 conceded, holding a 5-point lead over Austria. Their last match was the final loss to Spain (1-0). ## What's next? With the tournament still underway, Argentina aims to maintain its lead and secure its legacy. The team, which has shown solid play and a strong defense, prepares for upcoming challenges with the dream of lifting the trophy.