Lionel Messi assists twice as Argentina completes a late comeback to reach the FIFA World Cup final for the seventh time in the country's history

Argentina survived another heart-stopping match when it scored two late goals to topple England and extend the Three Lions' six-decade-long wait for another World Cup trophy.

Defending champion Argentina rallied to beat England 2-1 and reach the World Cup final

Lautaro Martinez scored a 92nd minute winner as Lionel Messi inspired World Cup holders Argentina to a stunning comeback to beat England 2-1 on Wednesday and set up a final with…

Argentina reached their second consecutive World Cup final after coming from behind to beat England 2-1.

Substitute Lautaro Martinez scores added-time winner as Lionel Messi provides both assists

Reigning champions Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1 on Wednesday and reach their second World Cup final in a row, where they will face Spain.

Lightning has struck twice for England. Just as they dared to dream of a first World Cup final on foreign soil, a masterclass in late-game execution by Lionel Messi dragged…

The defending champion trailed 1-0 going into the last five minutes of regulation time before Enzo Fernandez and substitute Lautaro Martinez scored.

The defending champion trailed 1-0 going into the last five minutes of regulation time before Enzo Fernandez and substitute Lautaro Martinez scored.

Lautaro Martinez scored a 92nd minute winner as Lionel Messi inspired World Cup holders Argentina to a stunning comeback to beat England 2-1 on Wednesday and set up a final with…

Lionel Messi will play in his second straight World Cup final—this time against European champions Spain.

Analysis of an extraordinary World Cup semifinal

England suffered a crushing 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the World Cup 2026 semi-final, with the holders scoring twice late on to secure a dramatic comeback victory.

Two assists from Argentina’s talisman, superstar and heartbeat lifted his team to yet another comeback in this tournament and a date with Spain.

Lionel Messi's vision and composure in the decisive moments once again made the difference as Argentina booked a blockbuster World Cup final against Spain. | Football News

Argentina will now aim to become the first nation since Brazil in 1958 and 1962 to successfully defend the FIFA World Cup title when they face Spain in Sunday's final

With England leading 1-0 and Argentina's hopes of back-to-back World Cup titles fading, superstar Lionel Messi once again becomes the hero.

England fell short in the World Cup 2026 semi-final, losing 2-1 to Argentina after a dramatic late comeback featuring goals from Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez.

Argentina defeats England 2-1 in a thrilling World Cup semifinal, advancing to face Spain in the final.

Argentina advances to the final for the seventh time in its history and will try to win a second consecutive title and fourth overall; If it beats Spain, it will become the first…