"We’ll put him to sleep, 100%" – Joe Cole explains how England will stop Messi

Stopping Messi is no easy feat, but Cole has a special plan up his sleeve.

Details: Former England midfielder Joe Cole has confidently assessed the national team’s chances in the World Cup semifinal against Argentina.

According to the ex-footballer, the English side is fully capable of denying Lionel Messi any space and preventing him from making an impact on the game.

"Messi playing against England for the first time? We’ll just neutralize him. One hundred percent," Cole declared.

He also expressed his belief that England will reach the World Cup final.

"I’m saying it right now: England will reach the World Cup final. Our tempo is simply too high for Argentina’s strengths. We’ll beat them, I can feel it," the former player said.

Thus, Cole believes that the intensity and pace of England’s play will be the key factors in a potential clash with the reigning world champions.

The semifinal between Argentina and England will take place on July 15.

Reminder: Even Messi hasn't done this yet! The World Cup semifinal promises a unique showdown.