England's wait for a major trophy will extend beyond 60 years after a late collapse handed Argentina a World Cup semi-final victory, in a defeat the BBC described as perhaps the most painful yet.
Key facts
- England lost a World Cup semi-final to Argentina.
- The defeat came after a late collapse, according to the BBC.
- England's wait without a major trophy now extends beyond 60 years, per the BBC.
- The BBC described it as possibly the most painful defeat of that period.
England’s wait for a major footballing trophy will now stretch beyond 60 years following a World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, according to the BBC.
The BBC reported that the loss was sealed by a late collapse, describing the manner of the defeat as potentially the most painful in that period.
The result ended England’s run at the semi-final stage. Further details of the match were not included in the available source.
Why it matters
The defeat extends England's long wait for a major trophy beyond 60 years, a milestone the BBC highlighted in framing the loss to Argentina.
Frequently asked questions
Who knocked England out of the World Cup?
Argentina beat England in a World Cup semi-final, according to the BBC.
Why is this defeat considered so painful?
The BBC reported the loss came after a late collapse and described it as possibly the most painful wound in England's more than 60 years of hurt.
How long has England's trophy wait now lasted?
According to the BBC, England's years of hurt will now stretch beyond 60 years.