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Egypt had been on course for one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history after goals from Yasser Ibrahim and Mostafa Zico put them firmly in control

Atlanta. Lionel Messi inspired a stunning late comeback as Argentina recovered from two goals down to beat Egypt 3-2 in a dramatic World Cup last-16 clash on Tuesday, keeping the defending champions' title defence alive.

Argentina looked destined for a shock exit after trailing 2-0 with just 11 minutes remaining, but a remarkable turnaround saw Cristian Romero and Messi score in quick succession before Enzo Fernandez headed home the winner deep into stoppage time to send the South Americans into the quarter-finals.

Egypt had been on course for one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history after goals from Yasser Ibrahim and Mostafa Zico put them firmly in control.