England v Argentina: Can Paredes curtail Bellingham's influence?

n short, Paredes is an expert at ensuring Argentina retain possession. Keeping the ball away from Bellingham is of the utmost importance.
Argentina's Leandro Paredes (right) appeals to referee Francois Letexier. Pic: Nick Potts/PA Wire.

Argentina's Leandro Paredes (right) appeals to referee Francois Letexier. Pic: Nick Potts/PA Wire.

World Cup semi-final: England v Argentina, Atlanta, 8pm

England are looking to make the World Cup final for just the second time in their history having progressed to the semi-final at Norway’s expense. A Jude Bellingham brace was enough to secure a 2-1 victory after extra time having fallen behind to an Andreas Schjelderup cross-cum-shot.

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