Lionel Messi, regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, has achieved numerous milestones in his illustrious career. He holds the records for being Argentina's youngest and oldest goal scorer, as well as the highest scorer in World Cup history. Additionally, Messi has won the Ballon d'Or a record eight times.

However, one notable achievement has eluded him until now: he has never faced England on the pitch. This historic moment is set to unfold as Argentina prepares to take on England in the semi-final of the tournament on Wednesday, 15 July.

This match promises to be a significant event in football history, marking Messi's first encounter with a nation that has a rich football rivalry with Argentina.

For fans eager to dive deeper into predictions and insights regarding this monumental clash, the full episode of Copa Independent is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.