A place in the World Cup final is at stake in the second semifinal, pitting defending champions Argentina against England at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on July 15. FIFA has selected American referee Ismail Elfath to oversee the contest between the two strong sides. England reached this stage after a 2-1 extra-time quarterfinal win over Norway, powered by a brace from midfielder Jude Bellingham. Argentina advanced with a 3-1 extra-time victory against Switzerland, where Alexis Mac Allister opened the scoring, Julian Alvarez added a curling strike, and Lautaro Martinez sealed the result late on.
