Argentina beats England 2-1 to reach 2026 World Cup final against Spain
In the semi‑final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Atlanta, Argentina overturned a 1‑0 deficit to defeat England 2‑1. England took the lead in the 55th minute when Anthony Gordon finished a cross from Morgan Rogers. Argentina responded late in the second half: Enzo Fernández equalised in the 85th minute after a Lionel Messi corner, and Lautaro Martínez headed the winning goal in the 92nd minute of stoppage time, also from a Messi delivery. The match was played at the Mercedes‑Benz Stadium before a crowd of over 68,000. Coach Lionel Scaloni praised his side’s resilience, while England manager Thomas Tuchel defended his defensive switch to a back‑five after the opening goal. Police in Atlanta had to separate Argentine and English supporters to prevent clashes. The victory sends Argentina to the final on 19 July at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium, where they will face European champions Spain.