2026 World Cup: Lionel Messi propels Argentina towards second consecutive title

Argentina defeated England 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup semi-final in Atlanta on Wednesday, July 15. Trailing 1-0 from the 56th minute, La Albiceleste turned the game around thanks to a tactical change by Scaloni and two assists from Lionel Messi. Argentina advances to the final, aiming for a second consecutive world title.