England were forced to change their hotel in Buenos Aires after Argentina’s World Cup semi‑final win. Hundreds gathered around the Obelisk in Plaza de la Republica, and fireworks racked the night. Players were issued earplugs and steel fencing was erected around the hotel to avoid being caught in the celebrations.

Borthwick noted that the noise continued into the early hours, but the team was prepared. The squad will travel to Santiago del Estero for their clash with the Pumas, then return to a new hotel near the airport to avoid any logistical issues if Argentina beat Spain in the final. The move was a precaution following the 2022 scene when millions descended on the Obelisk after the Argentine win.

Henry Pollock was also in the spotlight after a video showed him taunting a local crowd on the team bus; Borthwick defended the player, saying he brings character to the squad. England will face Argentina on 18 July in the Nations Championship, having named an unchanged team for the match.