Senesi’s girlfriend picks Argentina in clash with England

Kelci-Rose Bowers, the English girlfriend of defender Marcos Senesi, announced she will support Argentina in the 2026 World Cup semifinal against England, despite her pride in her country. The 22-year-old footballer explained that, in a relationship, you always support the person you love.

Argentina enters the match on a three-game winning streak, including a 2-0 victory over Angola on November 14, 2025.

Why she’s backing Argentina

Bowers admitted it’s a tricky situation, as she never imagined England and Argentina would meet in a semifinal. "Being English and seeing my country reach a semifinal is incredible, but my partner plays for Argentina, and in a relationship, you always support who you love," she said.

Her World Cup experience

The footballer shared her experience of accompanying Senesi at the World Cup, highlighting the affection she received while embracing Argentine culture. "Being able to come support Argentina was amazing. I loved sharing photos wearing the national team’s jersey," she commented.

How she’ll watch the game

Bowers plans to enjoy the match, respecting both teams but supporting her partner. "I’ll go to the game to enjoy it, support Marcos, and wish England the best possible match," she noted. She also humorously confessed that, while she plays football, she rarely watches games.

The match will take place this Wednesday at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, where Argentina will aim for a spot in the 2026 World Cup final.