News of semi final

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Ruthless Argentina reach the World Cup final – and who would bet against them now?

13-12-2022 21:23 Argentina are back in the World Cup final, and at this late stage who would bet against them fulfilling the dreams of 45 million citizens and bringing the trophy home?

by Dan Edwards

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Songs and wild celebrations as Argentina erupts in World Cup final joy

13-12-2022 21:11 Nation breaks out in screams, songs and celebrations as Argentina romps to 3-0 victory over Croatia in Qatar and secures place in World Cup final.

Qatar 2022 World Cup

'Still one step to go,' says Scaloni after Croatia semi-final win

13-12-2022 20:52 "I think we deserved to win but maybe not by such a margin," said Argentina's national team coach after 3-0 semi-final win over Croatia.

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Skipper leads Albiceleste into final – one more game awaits

13-12-2022 19:02 Lionel Messi will have the chance to crown his remarkable career by winning the World Cup, after he inspired Argentina to a comfortable 3-0 win against Croatia.

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Messi revels in 'crazy' success as Albiceleste reach final

13-12-2022 18:41 Albiceleste skipper Lionel Messi celebrates Argentina's 3-0 over Croatia and says the side is ready to bring the trophy home.

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Álvarez and Messi send Argentina into World Cup final

13-12-2022 17:59 Albiceleste reach World Cup final after 3-0 win over Croatia in Lusail; Two goals from Julián Álvarez and a Lionel Messi penalty secure victory; Argentina now one step from glory and will face France or Morocco on Sunday.

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Messi and his band of brothers show their strength in Qatar

12-12-2022 16:20 Against a Netherlands team which for 80 minutes did little more than hold firm in their own half, Argentina showed a tactical flexibility which flummoxed veteran Oranje coach Louis van Gaal and kept them on top.

by Dan Edwards

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Scaloni's Argentina ready for World Cup clash as semi-finals kick off

12-12-2022 14:36 After three weeks of pulsating action in Qatar, just four teams are left standing as the tournament heads into its home stretch.

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Modric and Croatia stand between Argentina and World Cup final

12-12-2022 14:21 Argentina's World Cup dream remains alive but an indefatigable Croatia side, inspired by the enduring brilliance of Luka Modric, stands in their way.

Qatar 2022 World Cup

La Albiceleste revel in 'home' support at World Cup

12-12-2022 11:19 Argentina's bid for a third World Cup crown is being boosted by hordes of travelling fans that have transformed each of their matches in Qatar into virtual home games.

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Argentina v Croatia: Keys to the World Cup semi-final

12-12-2022 11:05 Croatia are unlikely to put a specific man-marker on Lionel Messi, relying on what has been a solid defence and one of the best midfields in the tournament to gain the upper hand.

Copa América

Martínez the hero as Argentina seal Copa América final clash with Brazil

07-07-2021 00:23 Goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez saves three spot-kicks as Argentina clinch dramatic penalty shoot-out victory over Colombia after 1-1 draw, setting up a mouth-watering Copa América final against Brazil on Saturday.