World Cup scouting report: the lowdown on England’s semi-final opponents Argentina | Nick Ames

England face Argentina in a World Cup semi-final, with scouting analysis suggesting Thomas Tuchel's side could exploit Argentina's lack of width and midfield energy. Switzerland provided a potential blueprint by congesting the centre of the pitch to limit Lionel Messi, who had a quiet game by his standards but still assisted Alexis Mac Allister's goal from a corner before Julián Alvarez scored the winner. The 39-year-old Messi remains Argentina's key threat, with much of their setup designed to put him in optimal positions to cause damage.