Argentina Stun England 2-1 To Reach 2026 World Cup Final
Argentina staged a remarkable late comeback to defeat England 2-1 on Wednesday and secure a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, where the defending champions will face Spain.
England appeared on course for their first World Cup final since 1966 after Anthony Gordon gave the Three Lions the lead in the 55th minute with a composed finish.
As the match neared its conclusion, Argentina mounted relentless pressure in search of an equaliser.
Their persistence paid off in the 85th minute when Enzo Fernández found the back of the net to level the contest and set up a dramatic finish.
Deep into stoppage time, Lionel Messi delivered a pinpoint cross into the penalty area, where Lautaro Martínez rose highest to head home the winning goal, completing a stunning turnaround for Lionel Scaloni's side.
The victory sends Argentina into another World Cup final, where they will meet Spain in a highly anticipated showdown, while England's hopes of ending a six-decade wait for another appearance in the tournament's final came to a heartbreaking end.
England appeared on course for their first World Cup final since 1966 after Anthony Gordon gave the Three Lions the lead in the 55th minute with a composed finish.
As the match neared its conclusion, Argentina mounted relentless pressure in search of an equaliser.
Their persistence paid off in the 85th minute when Enzo Fernández found the back of the net to level the contest and set up a dramatic finish.
Deep into stoppage time, Lionel Messi delivered a pinpoint cross into the penalty area, where Lautaro Martínez rose highest to head home the winning goal, completing a stunning turnaround for Lionel Scaloni's side.
The victory sends Argentina into another World Cup final, where they will meet Spain in a highly anticipated showdown, while England's hopes of ending a six-decade wait for another appearance in the tournament's final came to a heartbreaking end.
