World Cup 2026 | Lionel Messi Calls Argentina's Comeback a 'Madness' After Reaching Quarterfinals

Lionel Messi lauded Argentina's 'crazy' comeback after they fought back from a 2-0 deficit to defeat Egypt 3-2 in the final minutes, securing their place in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals. The Inter Miami star, who scored the second goal in the comeback, admitted the team had to 'suffer a lot' again after a similarly challenging match in the previous round.

'Happiness for achieving qualification, it had gotten tough with the 2-0 and very emotional to turn it around again,' Messi told FIFA's website. He acknowledged the difficulty of overcoming a two-goal deficit, especially in a tournament as competitive as the World Cup. 'But this is the World Cup and everything is very even,' he added.

Messi highlighted the squad's resilience, insisting that 'this group never lowers its arms.' He described the team's performance as 'a madness' and expressed his joy that the fans could continue to enjoy their journey in the tournament. The victory underscores Argentina's determination and ability to perform under pressure.