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Argentina rallies past England to reach World Cup final

UK Press Notes England Loss To Argentina In Semi-Final FIFA World Cup Match
LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 16: UK newspaper front pages display stories and images on England's loss to Argentina in the semi-final of the FIFA World Cup on July 16, 2026 in London, England.
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Argentina is headed back to the FIFA World Cup final after scoring twice in the closing minutes to stun England 2-1 in Wednesday's semifinal.

England grabbed the lead in the 55th minute when Anthony Gordon found the back of the net, and the Three Lions appeared poised to reach their first World Cup final since 1966. But the defending champions mounted a dramatic comeback late in the match.


Enzo Fernández pulled Argentina even in the 85th minute before Lautaro Martínez completed the comeback with the game-winning goal in stoppage time. Lionel Messi played a key role in both goals, delivering the assists that sent Argentina into the championship match.

The victory keeps Argentina's hopes alive for back-to-back World Cup titles. They'll face Spain in Sunday's final after Spain defeated France 2-0 in the other semifinal. England will now play France in the third-place match.