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World Cup 2026: The bitter rivalry behind England-Argentina semifinal

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The rivalry “has acquired an almost mythical status,” history professor Raanan Rein told NBC News.
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Diego Maradona scores his controversial “Hand of God” goal against England in the 1986 World Cup.Daniel Motz / Alamy file
By Alexander Smith

LONDON — “It’s a soccer match. Period. There’s nothing more to it.”

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