England vs Argentina Stats, Match Statistics, xG & Player Data
(Atlanta)
England vs Argentina stats frame a World Cup 2026 semi-final at Atlanta Stadium, where the England national football team face the Argentina national football team on 15 July 2026. FOX public pre-match data gives Argentina the narrow edge in goals, xG, shots, and possession, while England lead chance creation. England bring Kane and Bellingham into a rivalry match shaped by set pieces, midfield duels, and late-game control.
England World Cup 2026 squad and fixtures show a side entering the semi-final with a top-four FIFA ranking and verified knockout momentum. Argentina World Cup 2026 squad and fixtures show the same top-tier standard on the other side of the bracket. The World Cup 2026 semi-finals schedule places this match in the final-four window.
The match is scheduled for 3:00 PM ET on 15 July 2026 at Atlanta Stadium. It belongs in the World Cup 2026 stats and records tracker because Messi has eight goals and Kane has six before kickoff. Full match stats should replace these pre-match averages after the official event feed closes.
England vs Argentina Stats – Match Statistics Overview
England enter with 2.2 goals per game, 1.8 xG, 15.3 shots, 64% average possession, and 10.5 chances created per game in FOX public matchup data. That profile shows a side that creates more chances than Argentina but converts at a lower rate. Their defensive line sits at 1.0 goals against per game.
Argentina enter with 2.8 goals per game, 2.0 xG, 15.8 shots, 65% average possession, and 8.8 chances created per game. That makes the matchup balanced across chance quality and control. Their defensive line sits at 1.0 goals against per game.
England vs Argentina Stats Snapshot
The snapshot uses verified public pre-match data because the official live-event feed has not opened yet. Argentina lead in goals, xG, shots, possession, and player rating, while England lead in chances created. The full-time update should replace every average with official event data.
| Stat | England | Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 4 | 1 |
| Goals Per Match | 2.2 | 2.8 |
| xG Per Match | 1.8 | 2.0 |
| Goals Against Per Match | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Shots Per Match | 15.3 | 15.8 |
| Average Possession | 64% | 65% |
| Chances Created Avg | 10.5 | 8.8 |
Attacking Stats Comparison
England have a balanced attack led by Kane and late-running midfield support. FOX lists Harry Kane as the key attacking leader with six goals, 13 shots on goal, and 3.4 xG. That production gives England a clear route into the match.
Argentina answer with the stronger scoring and xG line through Messi and Argentina’s front players. FOX lists Lionel Messi as the main attacking reference with eight goals, 16 shots on goal, 5.0 xG, an 8.3 rating marker, and five player-of-the-match markers. The deciding question is whether that output survives semi-final pressure.
| Attack Stat | England | Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Per Match | 2.2 | 2.8 |
| Expected Goals Avg | 1.8 | 2.0 |
| Shots Per Match | 15.3 | 15.8 |
| Top Scorer | Harry Kane, 6 | Lionel Messi, 8 |
| Chances Created Avg | 10.5 | 8.8 |
| Shot Conversion | 14% | 18% |
| xG Leader | Harry Kane, 3.4 | Lionel Messi, 5.0 |
Defensive Stats Comparison
England have allowed 1.0 goals per game in the FOX comparison data. Jordan Pickford leads the keeper line with 18% and 2 clean sheets. That defensive base matters because one semi-final error can decide the bracket.
Argentina have allowed 1.0 goals per game, so their defensive record gives them a serious platform. Emiliano Martinez leads their keeper line with 16% and 2 clean sheets. The cleaner back line should control set pieces and second balls.
| Defensive Stat | England | Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Against Per Match | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Keeper Clean Sheets | Jordan Pickford, 2 | Emiliano Martinez, 2 |
| Keeper Save Marker | 18% | 16% |
| Full Tackles Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Full Interceptions Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Full Clearances Data | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Passing and Possession Analysis
Argentina carry the possession edge in the FOX averages. The card normalizes the possession comparison to 50-50, so readers can compare both teams on one scale. The difference should shape territory more than tempo.
England can use Rice and Bellingham to attack second balls, while Argentina can lean on Messi, De Paul, and Mac Allister to control rhythm. Semi-finals often punish loose build-up, so midfield spacing should matter as much as raw possession. Public pass volume and pass accuracy remain yet to be confirmed.
| Passing Stat | England | Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| Average Possession | 64% | 65% |
| Card Possession Share | 50% | 50% |
| Chances Created Avg | 10.5 | 8.8 |
| Passes Per Match | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Pass Accuracy | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
| Crosses Avg | yet to be confirmed | yet to be confirmed |
Key Player Statistics
Kane leads England with six goals, 13 shots on goal, and 3.4 xG. Those numbers make him the obvious pressure point for the opposition. Jude Bellingham has the strongest England rating and three player-of-the-match markers adds another verified route into the match.
Messi leads Argentina with eight goals, 16 shots on goal, 5.0 xG, and five player-of-the-match markers. The second player line also matters because semi-final matches usually need more than one finisher. Emiliano Martinez gives Argentina a proven knockout goalkeeper behind that attack gives Argentina another way to change the game.
| Player | Team | Key Data |
|---|---|---|
| Harry Kane | England | 6 goals, 13 shots on goal, 3.4 xG |
| Jude Bellingham | England | 7.0 rating marker, 3 player-of-the-match markers |
| Jordan Pickford | England | 18% keeper-save marker, 2 clean sheets |
| Lionel Messi | Argentina | 8 goals, 16 shots on goal, 5.0 xG |
| Anthony Gordon | Argentina | 3 assists listed in FOX leaders |
| Emiliano Martinez | Argentina | 16% keeper-save marker, 2 clean sheets |
Expected Goals Analysis
The xG comparison gives Argentina the chance-quality edge. FOX lists England at 1.8 xG per game and Argentina at 2.0 xG per game. The shot volume gap also points toward Argentina having more repeatable pressure.
England can still bend the match through chance creation and set-piece pressure, but Argentina hold the sharper finishing line. The full-time update should separate open-play xG, set-piece xG, shot locations, goalkeeper saves, and blocked shots once the official feed closes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is England vs Argentina?
England vs Argentina is scheduled for 15 July 2026 at 3:00 PM ET at Atlanta Stadium.
What are the England vs Argentina xG stats?
Before kickoff, FOX lists England at 1.8 xG per game and Argentina at 2.0 xG per game. Argentina have the pre-match xG edge.
Who has the better attacking stats?
Argentina lead in goals, xG, shots, and shot conversion. England lead in chances created and have Kane as their main scorer.
Which players lead the key stats?
Harry Kane leads England with six goals and 3.4 xG. Lionel Messi leads Argentina with eight goals and 5.0 xG.
Will the stats update after full time?
Yes. Full match stats, xG, shots, possession, player data, and event details should replace the pre-match averages after the official feed closes.
England vs Argentina stats favour Argentina for goals, xG, shots, possession, and individual player data before kickoff.
England need Kane, Bellingham, Saka, Rice, and Pickford to turn their chance-creation edge into higher-value shots.
The full-time update should focus on whether control, finishing, or goalkeeper performance decides the final-four tie.
