ATLANTA (AP): England desperately wanted to protect their lead as time was winding down in the World Cup semi-finals. Coach Thomas Tuchel made line-up and strategy changes to build a wall in front of goal.Argentina and Lionel Messi simply kicked it down.England led 1-0 late in the second half before Messi assisted on goals by Enzo Fernandez in the 85th minute and Lautaro Martinez in the second minute of injury time to give Argentina a wild 2-1 victory yesterday and a spot in the World Cup final against Spain.

Thomas Tuchel believes his England side will find a way to stop Argentina talisman Lionel Messi when the two sides meet in the World Cup semi-final.

England desperately wanted to protect its lead as time was winding down in the World Cup semifinals.