Argentina Stuns England with Late Comeback to Reach World Cup Final

Argentina's national football team pulled off a dramatic comeback to beat England 2-1 in the World Cup semifinal on Tuesday, securing a place in the final for the second consecutive tournament. Lionel Messi provided two crucial assists to set up goals for Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez.

England took the lead in the 55th minute through Anthony Gordon, who finished a pass from Morgan Rodgers. Argentina struggled to break through until the 86th minute, when Messi set up Fernandez for a long-range equalizer. In stoppage time, Messi delivered a cross that Martinez headed home to make it 2-1.

For England, the defeat extends their long wait for a major title, as the famous chant "Football's coming home" remains just a hope. The trophy has not returned to England for 60 years. Argentina, led by the brilliance of Messi, will now face Spain in the final on Sunday. Spain reached the final by defeating France 2-0 in the other semifinal.

England will play France for third place on Saturday. The 2026 World Cup is the first to feature 48 teams and is being hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada.