World Cup knockout: Argentina comeback from 0-2 down against Egypt to win 3-2
In the Round of 16, defending champions Argentina trailed 0-2 at the 79th minute but managed to equalize and snatch a 3-2 victory in stoppage time, advancing to the quarterfinals. Lionel Messi played a key role in the dramatic turnaround.
The World Cup knockout stage witnessed one of its most thrilling comebacks. In a Round of 16 match, reigning champions Argentina faced Egypt and found themselves 0-2 down by the 79th minute. However, the Argentine team mounted a stunning recovery, scoring two goals to level the match within regular time. The drama continued as they added a third goal during stoppage time, securing a 3-2 victory and a spot in the quarterfinals. Lionel Messi once again proved instrumental, orchestrating the comeback with his skill and leadership. Argentina demonstrated resilience and kept alive their hopes of defending the world title.
