Spanish media hail Messi as 'immortal' after Argentina reaches World Cup final against Spain

Spanish media outlets lauded Argentina's dramatic 2-1 victory over England in the 2026 World Cup semifinals, anticipating a highly anticipated "Finalissima" against Spain in the upcoming final.

Lionel Messi was hailed as "immortal" by the sports daily Sport for his pivotal role in the win, contributing two assists and leading Argentina to his third World Cup final. The publication featured a photo of Lautaro Martínez and Messi embracing on its cover.

Mundo Deportivo highlighted the prospect of a "Finalissima" between Spain and Argentina, a match they noted could not materialize in March after both teams won their respective continental championships. The outlet praised Lautaro Martínez for completing the comeback, attributing the win to another brilliant play by Messi.

AS echoed the sentiment, proclaiming "History wants Messi!" to describe Argentina's comeback win in a World Cup semifinal. El País reported on Argentina's comeback, featuring a photo of Messi and Enzo Fernández after Fernández scored the equalizer. Marca celebrated the "remontadísima" – a massive comeback – after Argentina overturned England's early lead, with goals from Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez sealing the 2-1 victory.

Argentina is set to face Spain on Sunday, July 19, at 4 p.m. local time, aiming for a second consecutive World Cup title.

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¡Es inmortal!