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Argentina Declare July 15 As 'National Football Teams Day' For Beating England In FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final
24htopnews | August 6, 2026 11:09 PM CST

The 'July 15' date marks one of Argentina's most memorable football victories, when Lionel Scaloni's side came from behind to beat England 2-1 in Atlanta and book their place in a second straight World Cup final.

The Argentine Football Association (AFA) on Thursday officially declared July 15 as 'National Football Teams Day' to celebrate Argentina's dramatic victory over England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final. The decision was approved unanimously during an AFA Executive Council meeting.

The 'July 15' date marks one of Argentina's most memorable football victories, when Lionel Scaloni's side came from behind to beat England 2-1 in Atlanta and book their place in a second straight World Cup final.

England looked set for victory after Anthony Gordon scored in the 55th minute. However, Argentina staged a stunning late comeback as Enzo Fernandez equalised in the 85th minute before Lautaro Martinez scored the winner in stoppage time.

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