Argentina produced a dramatic late comeback to defeat England 2-1 on Wednesday and book a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Spain. Reigning champions Argentina looked destined for elimination after Anthony Gordon gave England the lead in the second half, but Lionel Messi inspired a remarkable turnaround in the closing minutes.With England retreating deep into their own half to protect their advantage, Argentina piled on the pressure in search of an equalizer. Their persistence finally paid off in the 85th minute when Messi found Enzo Fernandez in space outside the penalty area, and the midfielder fired a precise shot beyond Jordan Pickford to make it 1-1.The winning goal arrived in stoppage time. After Alexis Mac Allister's effort struck the post, Messi gathered the rebound and surged down the right flank before delivering a pinpoint cross for substitute Lautaro Martinez, who headed home to complete the comeback.The victory adds another memorable chapter to the long-standing rivalry between the two nations while keeping Argentina's hopes of defending their World Cup crown alive. England, meanwhile, saw their dream of reaching a first World Cup final since their historic 1966 triumph come to a heartbreaking end.The result was especially meaningful for 39-year-old Messi, whose inspiring performance in what is widely expected to be his final World Cup appearance guided Argentina into another title-deciding match.Take a look at some of the most memorable, wild, and exciting fan moments of the Argentina-England World Cup semi-final:ReutersA cheerful England fan inside the stadium before the start of the Argentina-England World Cup semi-final in Atlanta. ReutersArgentina fans in their elements inside the stadium during the Argentina-England World Cup semi-final in Atlanta. ReutersArgentina fans outside the stadium before the start of the Argentina-England World Cup semi-final in Atlanta. ReutersAn Argentina fan inside the stadium during the Argentina-England World Cup semi-final in Atlanta. ReutersAn Argentina fan with a banner inside the stadium during the Argentina-England World Cup semi-final in Atlanta. APAn England fan takes a selfie during the World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina in Atlanta. APFormer England player David Beckham (right) stands before the start of the World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina in Atlanta. APEngland fans stand dejected after the World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina in Atlanta. APAn Argentina fan reacts during the World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina in Atlanta. APArgentina supporters celebrate after the World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina in Atlanta.