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Argentina stun England in 2-1 comeback win to reach 2026 World Cup final

Argentina stun England in 2-1 comeback win to reach 2026 World Cup final

Summary

Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1 in the World Cup semifinal with late goals by Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez. Argentina will face Spain in the final, while England will play France for third place.

Key Facts

  • England led 1-0 after Anthony Gordon scored in the 55th minute.
  • Argentina equalized in the 85th minute through Enzo Fernandez, assisted by Lionel Messi.
  • Lautaro Martinez scored the winning goal in stoppage time (92nd minute).
  • The match was held in Atlanta in front of 68,239 fans.
  • Argentina are the current World Cup champions, aiming to win back-to-back titles.
  • Lionel Messi will appear in his third World Cup final, joining Brazilian great Cafu.
  • Spain, the European champions, will face Argentina in the 2026 final in New Jersey.
  • England will compete against France in the third-place playoff in Miami.
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