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Josh Hart praises Messi after Argentina's World Cup semi-final win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 1:04 AM

Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Josh Hart praises Messi after Argentina's World Cup semi-final win

Summary

Josh Hart commended Lionel Messi following Argentina's 2-1 victory over England in the World Cup semi-final on July 16, 2026. England took a 1-0 lead in the 55th minute via Anthony Gordon's goal. Argentina equalized with a long-range strike from Enzo Fernandez, followed by a header from Lautaro Martinez, assisted by Messi. Hart expressed on social media that Messi’s influence is undeniable, stating he is 'inevitable' and argued Messi's greatness surpasses that of Cristiano Ronaldo. The win advances Argentina to its second consecutive World Cup final, where they will seek to defend its title.

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By the Numbers

•Argentina defeats England 2-1 in the World Cup semi-final
•Anthony Gordon scores first for England in the 55th minute
•Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez score to seal the win for Argentina
•Messi provides two assists despite a quiet game
•Hart claims Messi is greater than Ronaldo on social media

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1:04 AMYahoo Sports — New York Knicks star Josh Hart heaps praise on ‘inevitable’ Lionel Messi after World Cup semi-final win

What they're saying

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New York Knicks star Josh Hart has reacted to Argentina’s 2-1 victory over England in the World Cup semi-final. Anthony Gordon scored from Morgan Rogers’ excellent cross to give England a 1-0 lead in the 55th minute.
— Yahoo Sports

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