How to watch England vs Argentina: free TV streams and channels

Lionel Messi faces England for the first time in his career as Argentina takes on their old rivals in a history-filled 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final in Atlanta, and you can stream the game live around the world for free.

From an intense encounter in 1966, to the ‘Hand of God’ 20 years later and David Beckham kicking Diego Simeone at France ’98, this encounter has provided some unforgettable World Cup moments, but this is the first time England have faced Argentina in the semi-finals or later. In fact, they have not faced each other since a friendly in November 2005, three months after Messi’s international debut. The Albiceleste captain did not feature on the day, but will look to put together another winning performance in Atlanta, having seen his teammates make the difference in the 3-1 extra-time victory over Switzerland in the quarter-finals. With eight goals to his name, Messi has shown in this World Cup that he is still top class, even at 39 years old. Coach Lionel Scaloni makes a change: Giuliano Simeone replaces Rodrigo De Paul.