In the 2026 World Cup semi-final, England faced Argentina. The score was 0-0 at halftime, with both sides managing only 3 shots on goal, the fewest in the first half of this World Cup.
In the first half, both sides fought fiercely but managed only a handful of shots on goal.
After 45 minutes, the score was 0-0. The two sides committed a total of 19 fouls, with England committing 7 and Argentina 12. The two teams had a total of 3 shots, with Argentina having 2 and England 1.
According to statistics, no match in the 2026 World Cup will have fewer shots on goal in the first 45 minutes than the England vs. Argentina match.
