Argentina advances to World Cup final after defeating England 2-1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 8:40 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Argentina secured a place in the World Cup final by defeating England 2-1 in Atlanta on Wednesday night. Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez scored goals to rally from behind and clinch victory. This win continues Argentina's impressive record in World Cup semi-finals, now standing at six wins out of six attempts. They are one step away from potentially winning consecutive World Cups. The final match is yet to be scheduled, with Argentina's opponents to be determined.
- •Argentina defeats England 2-1 in semi-final
- •Goals scored by Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez
- •Match took place in Atlanta, July 16, 2026
- •Argentina's semi-final record improves to 6-0
- •Next match will decide World Cup champion
- 8:40 AMYahoo Sports — Argentina extend remarkable World Cup semi-final record
"Argentina have reached the World Cup final once again after beating England in Atlanta on Wednesday night.The world champions left it late to secure a 2-1 win, as goals from Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro...
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