Champion Argentina and Messi reach World Cup final

Argentina has secured a spot in the World Cup final, staging a dramatic comeback to defeat England 2-1. The reigning champions will face Spain on Sunday at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

England took the lead in the 55th minute with a goal from Anthony Gordon. However, Argentina mounted a furious rally in the final seven minutes of the match. Enzo Fernández scored the equalizer in the 85th minute, and Lautaro Martínez netted the decisive goal in the 92nd minute, sending Argentina to the final.

Lionel Messi played a pivotal role in Argentina's resurgence, contributing to both goals. England's goalkeeper Jordan Pickford made several crucial saves, and the woodwork also denied the English side on two occasions, preventing them from extending their lead.

The intense match took place in Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The third-place playoff will feature France against England on Saturday, July 18, in Miami Gardens. The tournament began on July 11 in Mexico City.