WIRE โ Former England midfielder, Joe Cole, has said that FIFA wants Argentina captain Lionel Messi to reach the final of the 2026 World Cup. He said this prior to the semi-final match between England and Argentina tonight in Atlanta. The Three Lions are set to face the Albiceleste in the knockout stage for the first time World Cup: FIFA wants Lionel Messi to reach final Ex-England star, Joe Cole
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