Why England's loss to Argentina felt like most painful in 60 years of hurt

England's World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina was a gut-wrenching moment that left fans feeling the sting of one of their most devastating defeats in 60 years of international football history. The collapse in the dying minutes of the game, marked by a dramatic late comeback from Argentina, underscores the sheer agony and heartbreak that has plagued England's World Cup campaigns for decades. This defeat is particularly poignant given the team's near-misses and the high expectations that always seem to end in disappointment on the world stage. It's a painful reminder of the gulf between potential and performance in high-stakes matches.