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Messi and Argentina players discover Pickford's notes on penalty kicks after semi-finals
The semi-final match of the 2026 World Cup between England and Argentina saw notable events after Argentina's 2-1 victory, which qualified them for the final against Spain, while England will play for third place against France. After the game, Argentine players found a water bottle left behind by England's goalkeeper, Jordan Pickford, containing tactical notes on how to defend against the penalty kicks that the Argentine players were expected to take. The instructions included expectations for each player, such as how to counter Lionel Messi, Julián Álvarez, Lautaro Martínez, and Enzo Fernández, with Pickford outlining a specific save style for each. These notes reflect the typical preparations goalkeepers make before penalty shootouts and demonstrate how thoroughly Pickford had prepared for Argentina’s lineup. The Argentine players engaged with the instructions, with Lionel Messi and his teammates reading them attentively and sharing smiles as they reviewed the notes, especially after Enzo Fernández raised his eyebrows in reaction to one of the tips regarding the timing of staying in the middle of the goal.
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