England vs. Argentina Predicted Starting Lineups: Declan Rice Fit to Start?

England and Argentina meet in the World Cup semifinals on Wednesday at Atlanta Stadium, with the winner moving on to face Spain in Sunday’s final. England advanced with a 2-1 quarter-final win over Norway, while Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 to keep their title defence alive.

World Cup odds, how to watch England vs Argentina

England vs. Argentina will be live at 3 p.m. ET on Wednesday, July 15, with coverage on TV and streaming. Check your local listings for full broadcast details.

The World Cup odds board lists England as a +160 favourite on the three-way moneyline. Argentina checks in at +200, while the draw sits at +190.

The over/under goal total for Wednesday’s match is 2.5, with the over at +135 and the under at -185.

What are the lineups for England vs Argentina?

England midfielder Declan Rice is reportedly fit to start against Argentina, a major boost for Thomas Tuchel’s side. Rice has been managing an injury issue during the tournament and came off at halftime in the quarter-final against Norway after dealing with a stomach bug in the build-up.

Reece James is also available, while Nico O’Reilly has recovered from a hamstring strain. Jordan Henderson is out with a broken wrist and Jarell Quansah is suspended.

For Argentina, Lionel Messi is expected to be ready after being caught in the eye by Granit Xhaka in the quarter-finals. Cristian Romero, who was forced off with fatigue, is also expected to be available.

What is England’s starting lineup?

England’s predicted formation and starting XI: (4-2-3-1)

Jordan Pickford (GK)

Reece James (DF), John Stones (DF), Marc Guéhi (DF), Nico O’Reilly (DF)

Declan Rice (MF), Elliot Anderson (MF)

Bukayo Saka (MF), Jude Bellingham (MF), Anthony Gordon (MF)

Harry Kane (FW)

Coach: Thomas Tuchel

What is Argentina’s starting lineup?

Argentina’s predicted formation and starting XI: (4-4-2)

Emiliano Martínez (GK)

Nahuel Molina (DF), Cristian Romero (DF), Lisandro Martínez (DF), Nicolás Tagliafico (DF)

Leandro Paredes (MF), Rodrigo De Paul (MF), Enzo Fernández (MF), Alexis Mac Allister (MF)

Lionel Messi (FW), Julián Álvarez (FW)

Coach: Lionel Scaloni

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