England defender Marc Guehi says pressure is on Argentina

England defender Marc Guehi has declared that the pressure is squarely on Argentina as the two nations prepare to meet in a highly anticipated FIFA World Cup semifinal on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The winner will advance to face Spain, which secured its place in the final with a 2-0 victory over France.

Speaking ahead of the match, Guehi dismissed any notion of pressure on his team, instead placing the burden on the reigning world champions. "There isn't pressure on us. What's the pressure? The onus is on them. They're the World Champions. They need to come out, they need to defend their title," Guehi said. He added that the England squad is excited and relishing the opportunity against a top opponent.

The semifinal reignites one of international football's most storied rivalries, marked by historic World Cup encounters in 1986 and 1998. Beyond the pitch, the fixture carries the weight of historical tensions, including the Falkland Islands dispute. England teammate Ezri Konsa emphasized the need to focus solely on football, stating the team is trying to forget about the history and concentrate on their own performance.