Argentina Fight Back to Beat England 2-1, Reach 2026 World Cup Final

Defending champions Argentina have secured a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after staging a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England in the semi final played in Atlanta.

England took the lead early in the second half through Anthony Gordon, raising hopes of ending their long wait for a World Cup title. However, Argentina responded strongly in the closing stages of the match.

Enzo Fernández equalised in the 85th minute with a brilliant strike before Lautaro Martínez scored a dramatic late winner to complete the comeback and send the reigning champions into a second consecutive World Cup final.

Captain Lionel Messi, who is widely expected to be playing in his final FIFA World Cup, delivered another influential performance as Argentina kept alive their dream of successfully defending the trophy.

For England, the defeat marks another painful World Cup exit despite an impressive display under manager Thomas Tuchel.

Argentina will now face Spain in Sunday’s World Cup final as they bid to become the first nation in more than 60 years to successfully retain the FIFA World Cup title.