​Increased security measures will be in place across Atlanta for England and Argentina’s World Cup semi-final clash, given the history between the two nations.Wednesday’s semi-final will be the first time the teams have faced each other since 2005 and the first competitive match between the sides since the 2002 World Cup, meaning Lionel Messi has never faced the Three Lions until now.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementOn the pitch, the countries share a storied rivalry, which really ignited during a controversial quarter-final clash in 1966, where Argentina captain Antonio Rattin refused to leave the pitch after being sent off, England boss Sir Alf Ramsey referred to the Argentine team as “animals” after the match and the 1-0 defeat is known as El robo del siglo (the theft of the century) in Argentina.Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal is one of the most controversial moments in football history (Getty)Twenty years later, Diego Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal and ‘goal of the century’ knocked an infuriated England out of the 1986 World Cup before David Beckham was sent off for kicking out at Diego Simeone in the 1998 tournament but earned a small measure of redemption four years later by scoring a penalty in a 1-0 group-stage win for the Three Lions over the South Americans.Meanwhile, away from the pitch, the 1982 Falklands War – where 649 Argentine soldiers, 255 British combatants and three civilians died – still looms large, especially in Argentina, and their players were filmed singing a chant referencing the Falklands following their dramatic 3-2 victory over Egypt in the last 16.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementAtlanta Police are aware of the historical tensions between the countries and confirmed security would duly be increased ahead of the last-four clash at Atlanta Stadium.In a statement, Atlanta Police said: “As Atlanta prepares to host an upcoming Fifa World Cup semi-final match and welcomes increased numbers of residents and visitors, the Atlanta Police Department has enhanced its citywide public safety and security posture.“Additional personnel and resources are already deployed and will continue to be strategically assigned in and around the event venues, entertainment districts, and other high-traffic areas to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.“These proactive measures are designed to protect the public, deter criminal activity, and ensure residents and visitors can safely enjoy this historic event.”Atlanta Police will be an increased presence ahead of the match (Getty)England fans have largely behaved well across North America this summer (PA)The UK Football Police Unit praised the behaviour of England supporters at this World Cup over the course of the first five weeks, and confirmed that as a result it will not deploy any further officers to assist with the semi-final.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementA spokesperson said: “As with all other games, officers