England Face Argentina in 2002 World Cup Group Stage
Short overview
England and Argentina meet in the group stage of the 2002 FIFA World Cup, a rematch of their 1998 encounter.
England will face Argentina in the group stage of the 2002 FIFA World Cup. The match marks a significant encounter between the two teams, who have a history of competitive fixtures.
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