Jordan Pickford warns England face more than just Lionel Messi in World Cup semi-final
- England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford stated that the team has “more than Lionel Messi to worry about” ahead of their semi-final match against Argentina.
- The Three Lions secured their place in the semi-finals after an extra-time 2-1 victory over Norway in the quarter-finals on Saturday, 11 July.
- England is now set to face title holders Argentina in the semi-final round.
- During a press conference on Monday, 13 July, Pickford provided a “goalkeeper’s perspective” on facing Messi.
- Pickford emphasised that while Messi is formidable, England’s focus extends to Argentina’s other strengths and weaknesses, rather than solely on one player.
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