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Argentina defeats England 2-1 to reach World Cup final

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Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Argentina defeats England 2-1 to reach World Cup final
Summary

Argentina secured a place in the 2026 World Cup final with a 2-1 victory over England on July 15. The match, held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, featured a comeback performance from Argentina. Lionel Messi extended his remarkable World Cup legacy, achieving a record for most goals by a single player in the tournament. Following the win, Antonela Roccuzzo celebrated the achievement on Instagram with her sons, sharing their pride and excitement as Argentina prepares to face Spain in the final. The championship match is scheduled for July 19.

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  • •Argentina defeated England 2-1 in the semi-finals.
  • •Match took place on July 15 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta.
  • •Lionel Messi set a record with 21 goals in the tournament.
  • •Argentina will compete against Spain in the final on July 19.
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  • 3:17 AMYahoo Sports — Lionel Messi’s Wife Antonela Roccuzzo Celebrates Argentina’s Second Straight World Cup Final Berth in New Family Post
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Argentina beat England 2-1 on Wednesday, July 15, to reach the championship match

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