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Argentina advances to 2026 World Cup Final after defeating England

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 9:05 PM

Last updated Jul 15, 2026

Argentina advances to 2026 World Cup Final after defeating England

Summary

Argentina has secured a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final following a comeback victory over England. Trailing 1-0, Lionel Messi contributed with two assists, leading his team to a 2-1 win. The final match will take place on Sunday, July 19, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, where Argentina will face Spain. England will compete against France in the third-place match on Saturday, July 18.

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By the Numbers

•Argentina defeats England 2-1 to reach the final.
•Messi provides two assists in the comeback.
•Final match scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium.
•Spain will face Argentina for the championship.
•England to play France for third place on July 18.

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final is officially set, after the latest heroics from Lionel Messi and Argentina. Trailing 1-0, Messi Magic struck again with two assists to set up spectacular goals that lifted Argentina to a 2-1 win over…
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