Lionel Messi delivered two decisive late assists to inspire Argentina to a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England on Wednesday, sending the defending champions into a second consecutive World Cup final. The match, played at a packed stadium, saw England take an early lead through a goal in the first half, but Argentina rallied in the second half with Messi setting up both goals for his teammates.
The victory marks Argentina's second straight World Cup final appearance, following their triumph in 2022. Messi, who has been instrumental throughout the tournament, once again proved his clutch performance under pressure. The exact date of the final and opponent are yet to be confirmed, pending the other semifinal match.
England, who had a strong tournament, were left disappointed after coming close to reaching their first final since 1966. The match was characterized by intense midfield battles and tactical adjustments from both sides, with Argentina's resilience ultimately prevailing.
