Argentina stuns England with dramatic late comeback to reach World Cup final

Argentina secured a spot in the World Cup final with a thrilling 2-1 victory over England, marked by two late goals that overturned an 80-minute deadlock. Enzo Fernandez ignited the comeback in the 85th minute, slotting home a goal after a deflected shot, assisted by Lionel Messi. Just minutes into extra time, Lautaro Martinez headed in another Messi pass to seal the win.

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Argentina in the World Cup final with the game-winner seven minutes later in another dramatic comeback and 2-1 win for the defending world champs at Atlanta Stadium on Wednesday afternoon.

England had appeared poised for their first World Cup final in decades, taking the lead in the 55th minute through Anthony Gordon, who was set up by a brilliant assist from Morgan Rogers. However, Argentina's defense held firm against further English advances, with goalkeeper Jordan Pickford making a crucial save and Alexis Mac Allister's shot hitting the post.

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Two possessions after he fired a rising missile deflected over the net by England keeper Jordan Pickford, Hernandez used a Lionel Messi assist for a replay of almost the same shot, but planted this one into the left corner of the net in the 85th minute.

Lionel Messi was instrumental throughout the match, contributing two assists and continuing his impressive tournament performance with eight goals and four assists. This victory propels the defending champions, Argentina, into the final where they will compete for their fourth World Cup title against Spain.

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In the first two minutes of extra time, Martinez settled in front of Pickford at the left edge of the goal and headed a Messi pass by Pickford to cap a stirring rally.