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The World Cup rivalry between Argentina and England

Today's grudge match is 60 years in the making.

— Samantha Jonscher

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England v Argentina is more than just a football grudge match.

It's 60 years of history. It's a war fought between the nations. It's arguably the greatest player of all-time, Lionel Messi, facing off against the country that brought football to the world.

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