American Elfath to referee England v Argentina
Fifa announce American referee Ismail Elfath will take charge of England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Key People
Agustin Canobbio is a midfielder for Uruguay.
Ismail Elfath is an American referee officiating in soccer.
Lionel Messi is a renowned Argentine soccer player, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time.
Pau Cubarsi is a defender for the Spain national football team.
Locations
All Coverage
Fifa announce American referee Ismail Elfath will take charge of England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
Argentina set up England semi-final with extra-time victory over Switzerland
Argentina set up a World Cup semi-final with England after scoring twice in extra-time to beat 10-man Switzerland 3-1 in Kansas City.
July 12, 2026 at 04:35 AMEgypt want officials from Argentina match kicked out of World Cup
The Egyptian FA lodges a complaint with Fifa and demands an investigation into "double standards" of officiating in the controversial defeat by Argentina.
July 8, 2026 at 11:42 AMPressure is on world champions Argentina in semi-final - Guehi
England defender Marc Guehi insists the pressure is on Argentina as the Three Lions prepare to face the reigning champions in the World Cup semi-finals.
July 15, 2026 at 12:18 AMEngland to wear all-white kit against Argentina
England will wear their all-white home kit and Argentina their navy blue away strip when the two sides face each other in the semi-finals of the World Cup on Wednesday.
July 13, 2026 at 12:14 PMIncreased security for England v Argentina tie in Atlanta
Authorities say there will be increased security measures in place for Wednesday's World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina in Atlanta.
July 14, 2026 at 07:14 AMEngland to make late call on Rice for World Cup semi-final
England will make a late decision on whether Declan Rice is fit to start Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
July 13, 2026 at 09:30 PM