Paredes, Lautaro Debut New Looks Ahead of England Semifinal

As Argentina gears up for a crucial World Cup 2026 semifinal clash against England, midfielders Leandro Paredes and Lautaro Martínez have unveiled fresh looks. The players visited the barber during a moment of respite, showcasing their new hairstyles in videos shared from the team's inner circle.

Paredes opted for a refined style, maintaining his signature neat appearance with trimmed sides and longer, swept-back top. Martínez chose a more distinct look, featuring a sharp fade on the sides and a shorter, textured cut on top. These personal touches come as the squad balances intense preparation with brief moments of relaxation following their grueling quarterfinal win.

The Albiceleste secured their semifinal spot after a hard-fought 3-1 extra-time victory against Switzerland. Alexis Mac Allister opened the scoring, but Switzerland equalized. The match took a significant turn when a VAR review led to the expulsion of Swiss forward Breel Embolo. Despite playing with an advantage, Argentina required extra time, with Julián Álvarez scoring a spectacular goal before Lautaro Martínez sealed the win with his second tournament goal.