- Messi Leads Argentina Into Another World Cup Final After Late Victory Over England
- Messi inspired Argentina’s comeback with two decisive assists late in the match.
- Spain await Argentina after defeating France 2-0 in the other semi-final.
Defending champions Argentina produced a dramatic late comeback to defeat England 2-1 and book their place in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they will face Spain.
England appeared to be on course for the final after taking the lead in the 55th minute through Anthony Gordon. The winger finished confidently after being picked out by Morgan Rogers, giving Thomas Tuchel’s side a deserved advantage.
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EKO HOT BLOG reports that Argentina dominated possession for much of the second half in search of an equaliser, but England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford produced a series of outstanding saves to frustrate Lionel Scaloni’s men.
The breakthrough finally came in the 85th minute when Lionel Messi found Enzo Fernandez on the edge of the penalty area. The midfielder struck a powerful effort beyond Pickford to bring Argentina level.
With extra time just moments away, Argentina completed the comeback in stoppage time. Messi delivered another precise cross into the box, and substitute Lautaro Martinez nodded into an empty net in the 92nd minute to seal a memorable victory for the reigning world champions.
England pressed for an equaliser during nine minutes of added time, but goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez and Argentina’s defence stood firm to preserve the lead and send their team into another World Cup final.
Argentina will now take on Spain, who secured their place in the final with a composed 2-0 victory over France in Dallas. Spain continued their impressive defensive form by keeping another clean sheet, having conceded only once in seven matches at the tournament.
The final will see two of international football’s biggest nations battle for the title, with Argentina chasing back to back World Cup crowns, while Spain seek their first world title since lifting the trophy in South Africa in 2010.
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