Lionel Messi guides Argentina to World Cup Final with late comeback
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 3:00 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Argentina defeated England in a dramatic match in Atlanta, securing their spot in the World Cup Final. After falling behind, Lionel Messi provided two assists, including one for Lautaro Martínez's stoppage-time winner. England took the lead but made defensive substitutions that allowed Argentina to dominate possession late in the game. Argentina will face Spain in the Final, which poses their biggest challenge yet.
- •Argentina comes back from trailing to win against England.
- •Messi contributes two assists, including a last-minute winner.
- •England's coach Thomas Tuchel opts for defensive substitutions.
- •Argentina holds 88% possession between England's opener and the winner.
- •Argentina will face Spain in the World Cup Final on Sunday.
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