Defending champions Argentina booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after staging a dramatic second-half comeback to defeat England 2-1 on Wednesday night.
England appeared on course for a famous victory when Anthony Gordon gave the Three Lions the lead early in the second half, putting Argentina on the brink of elimination.
However, inspired by captain Lionel Messi, the Albiceleste responded in style. Messi provided the spark by threading a precise pass to Enzo Fernández, who fired home the equaliser.
The Argentine captain then delivered a pinpoint cross that Lautaro Martínez headed into the net for the decisive goal, completing a remarkable turnaround.
The victory sends Argentina into the World Cup final, where they will face Spain in a blockbuster clash for the title.
For England, the defeat extends their 60-year wait for a second World Cup trophy. The Three Lions will now take on France in the third-place playoff.
