Pickford relishing first Messi test as England prepare for Argentina showdown
Pickford said England will not focus solely on Messi as Argentina arrive with eight tournament goals from the 39-year-old forward.
- On Wednesday, England faces Argentina in an Atlanta World Cup semi-final, marking the first meeting between the rivals in over 20 years.
- Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford told reporters on Monday he watched Lionel Messi as a child and relishes facing the 39-year-old Argentine captain in his sixth World Cup appearance.
- Pickford warned England cannot solely focus on Messi, emphasizing the squad must exploit Argentina's other weaknesses after demonstrating resilience during a 10-man victory over Mexico.
- Manager Thomas Tuchel has instilled team unity as a defining characteristic; Pickford stated, "I've always said the togetherness gets you there," as England prepares for the decisive match.
- Aiming to reward national support and emulate 1966 glory, Pickford dismissed concerns about Argentina's so-called "dark arts," stating England has remained well-respected throughout the tournament.
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The Everton kicker has no fear of Superstar Lionel Messi before the World Cup semi-final against Argentina (Wednesday from 9 p.m. – in the sportkrone.at liveticker) – he also looks relaxed at a possible penalty duel. However, the fact that Messi has shown nerves from the point is no advantage, according to Pickford. "I don't think a player like Messi can get away with it, so the goalie, who would look forward to a duel: "He will just pull it thr…
In the semi-finals, England's Jordan Pickford and Argentina's Emiliano Martínez could become heroes in penalty shooting.
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waz.deThe English Jordan Pickford and the Argentine Emiliano Martinez are considered to be special types. Both goalkeepers have yet to pick up the decisive moment of the World Cup.
The semifinal of the 2026 World Cup between England and Argentina will have a special ingredient for Jordan Pickford.Despite the years they have both been in the international football elite, the English goalkeeper had never faced Lionel Messi in an official match, a situation that will change when they both jump to the pitch in search of a ticket to the final.Pickford recognizes the admiration he has for Lionel MessiIn the run-up to the match, …
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