The excitement ahead of the World Cup semi-final between Argentina and England has already taken over the streets of Atlanta. Thousands of Albiceleste supporters gathered for their traditional rally, transforming the city into a sea of sky blue and white as they celebrated and built anticipation for the crucial encounter that will determine one of the finalists of the tournament.

Following the elimination of Les Bleus, fans held a brief moment of mock silence before turning their attention to England, chanting the well-known football refrain, accompanied by a series of other energetic songs that echoed throughout the city.

The gathering at Underground Atlanta marked the largest turnout since the beginning of the World Cup, apart from the massive celebration previously seen in Miami. Among the sea of supporters, several flags referencing the Malvinas Islands were visible, despite FIFA’s continued prohibition on bringing any politically charged symbols or materials into stadiums.

As the hours tick down to kick-off, the mounting excitement is also reflected in ticket sales. Resale prices have surged dramatically, with even the least expensive seats fetching close to $3,000, underscoring the immense demand and passion surrounding this semi-final clash.