Argentina scores late to defeat England and reach World Cup final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 9:15 PM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026
Argentina overcame England 2-1 in a dramatic match on July 15, 2026, thanks to late goals from Enzo Fernandez and Lisandro Martinez. England struck first with a goal from Anthony Gordon early in the second half, but Argentina fought back, equalizing through Fernandez and securing victory with Martinez's goal. The match was marked by fierce rivalry and contentious moments, including a lack of shots in the first half hour. With this win, Argentina advances to face Spain in the World Cup final.
- •Anthony Gordon opened the scoring for England after halftime.
- •Enzo Fernandez equalized with a long-range goal.
- •Lisandro Martinez scored the decisive goal late in the match.
- •The match featured intense rivalry and several controversial moments.
- •Argentina will face Spain in the World Cup final.
- 9:15 PMYahoo Sports — England 1-2 Argentina: Three Lions denied first World Cup final since 1966 by late Martinez winner
"England were denied a first World Cup final for 60 years by arch rivals Argentina, courtesy of late goals from Enzo Fernandez and Lisandro Martinez.England took the lead early on in the second half wi...
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