Argentina defeats England 2-1 to advance to 2026 World Cup final

Lautaro Martinez secured a dramatic 92nd-minute victory for Argentina, defeating England 2-1 in the World Cup semifinal, thanks to Lionel Messi’s assist for both goals. England had taken the lead through Anthony Gordon, but Argentina equalized with Enzo Fernandez’s late strike before Martinez’s header clinched the win. Argentina will now face Spain in the final, with Messi aiming for his third World Cup appearance, while England prepares for a third-place playoff against France.

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