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1 - 2
(HT 0 - 0)
15th Jul 26, 3:00 PM
55'
A. Gordon
85'
E. Fernandez
90+2'
L. Martinez
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England vs Argentina Prediction: Can the semi-final be a thriller?

Last updated 4 months ago by Ben Cronin
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England vs Argentina kicks off on 2026-07-15 in the World Cup Semi-final, and it feels like a game where extra time could even show up, right? Oddspedia SmartBet points to Double Chance: 12, which means “no draw” in 90 minutes. The model probability is 77.00%, while the implied probability from the odds is just 30.49%, so the value looks huge at 152.54% (+EV). With both sides in strong form, backing a winner rather than a stalemate fits the data-led angle.

Prematch Probabilities

Winner probabilities
ENG
42% Home
23% Draw
35% Away
ARG
Correct Score probabilities
>3 3 2 1 0
9.6% 0.5% 3.2% 4.9% 3.9% 2.1% 5.6% 8.5% 6.7% 3.5% 6.5% 9.9% 7.6% 4.0% 3.9% 5.8% 4.4% 2.3% 7.2%
0 1 2 3 >3
Correct Score: 1-1

What does the Oddspedia community think?

Both Teams to Score: Yes
94%
33 of 35 Tips
O
o
A
+29
bet365
Won
-105

The Oddspedia community is pretty locked in here. The top tip is Both Teams to Score - Yes at 1.97, with 33 of 35 users backing it. That lines up with the BTTS numbers too. England have seen BTTS in 67% of their last six, and Argentina are also on 67%, plus a wild 100% BTTS rate away. With both teams averaging at least 2.20 goals scored per match, are we really expecting one side to blank in a World Cup semi-final?

Consensus

31
Correct Score: 1 : 1
100%
16 of 16 Tips
FanDuel
Best odds
+470
Total Goals: Over 1.5
100%
12 of 12 Tips
DraftKings
Best odds
-215
Total Cards: Over 5.5
100%
7 of 7 Tips
Vbet Sport
Best odds
+360
1st Half Correct Score: 1 : 1
100%
6 of 6 Tips
bet365
Best odds
+750
Total Goals: Over 6.5
100%
5 of 5 Tips
bet365
Best odds
+4000

Community Tips

423
-649.72
809 Tips
4 months ago
England - Argentina
Full Time Result: Draw
Lost
+185
-110.54
176 Tips
4 months ago
England - Argentina
Total Corners: Over 7.5
Lost
-164
-649.72
809 Tips
4 months ago
England - Argentina
Correct Score: 1 : 1
Lost
+450
+74.56
254 Tips
4 months ago
England - Argentina
To Score in Both Halves: England
Lost
+333
+46.20
252 Tips
4 months ago
England - Argentina
Asian Handicap: Argentina +0.5
Won
-200
+104.28
185 Tips
4 months ago
England - Argentina
Correct Score: 1 : 1
Lost
+450
+104.28
185 Tips
4 months ago
England - Argentina
Full Time Result: Draw
Lost
+185
+104.28
185 Tips
4 months ago
England - Argentina
Both Teams to Score: Yes
Won
-106
+74.56
254 Tips
4 months ago
England - Argentina
Half Time / Full Time: Argentina / Draw
Lost
+1200
-368.07
833 Tips
4 months ago
England - Argentina
Correct Score: 5 : 3
Lost
+50000
D W W W W

England form analysis: Can Tuchel’s run continue?

England come in hot with DWWWW and an eight-game unbeaten streak, so confidence should be high. They are scoring 2.20 goals per match from 15.30 shots, and they keep the ball well at 58% possession. They also concede 1.00 per game, so it’s not all attack. Kane and Bellingham are the big story, with 6 goals each in 6 appearances. England see Over 2.5 goals in 67% of matches, so do they lean into a fast start or manage the game?

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Argentina form analysis: Can the 13-win streak last?

Argentina are on WWWWW and a huge 13-match winning streak, plus they have scored in 13 straight games. They average 2.80 goals per match, and 83% of their games go Over 2.5 goals, so the attacking output is serious. They also concede 1.00 per match, which keeps them balanced. Messi leads their scoring with 2 goals and 2 assists, while several others chip in. Argentina also win the first half often, so will they try to strike early again?

England vs Argentina Stats

England vs Argentina odds: Tight 90-minute call

The 1X2 odds show a very even match. England are 2.85, the Draw is 3.20, and Argentina are 3.10, so nobody is a clear favourite. The Asian Handicap 0 (Draw No Bet) prices are close too at 1.88 and 2.03. For goals, Under 2.25 is favoured at 1.84 versus Over 2.25 at 2.10, even though both teams have strong Over 2.5 trends.

England vs Argentina Odds
England Tuchel, Thomas
Argentina Scaloni, Lionel
4-2-3-1
J. Pickford
1
82' Substitute Out
R. James
24
90' Substitute Out
J. Stones
6
M. Guehi
6
90' Substitute Out
D. Spence
25
83' Substitute Out
D. Rice
41
Yellow Card
E. Anderson
8
A
M. Rogers
17
J. Bellingham
10
72' Substitute Out
A. Gordon
11
H. Kane
9
4-4-2
E. Martinez
23
72' Substitute Out
N. Molina
26
Yellow Card
C. Romero
13
73' Substitute Out
Yellow Card
L. Martinez
6
81' Substitute Out
N. Tagliafico
3
73' Substitute Out
G. Simeone
17
64' Substitute Out
L. Paredes
5
A. Mac Allister
20
E. Fernandez
8
A
x2
L. Messi
10
J. Alvarez
9
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FAQ England vs Argentina

Who will win between England and Argentina?

It looks very tight on the 1X2 market, but the SmartBet model leans to “no draw” in 90 minutes. England are in great form, yet Argentina are on a 13-game win streak. A single moment could decide it.

What is the best bet for England and Argentina?

The best data-led angle is Double Chance: 12 (no draw), based on the SmartBet model’s 77.00% probability and strong value versus implied odds. The community also strongly likes Both Teams to Score - Yes at 1.97.

What is Oddspedia SmartBet?

Oddspedia SmartBet is a computer-model prediction that simulates match outcomes and turns them into probabilities. It also compares model probability to implied odds probability, helping spot value bets (+EV) rather than just likely outcomes.

Where and when is the match played?

England vs Argentina is played on 2026-07-15, with kick-off at 19:00 UTC. It’s a World Cup Semi-final, so it’s win-or-go-home football. If it’s level after 90 minutes, extra time and pens can happen.

Where to watch England vs Argentina?

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