Lionel Messi proved to be the hero for Argentina yet again, as they came from one goal down to defeat England 2-1 in the semi-final of the 2026 World Cup.
The current holders appeared to be on their way out, until Messi turned on the magic late in the game.
It meant that England missed out on their first World Cup final since 1966.
The Three Lions were leading 1-0 with five minutes of normal time remaining in Atlanta through Anthony Gordon’s early second-half opener.
But two goals in the space of seven minutes saw a remarkable comeback from Argentina as Enzo Fernandez levelled with a wonderful 85th-minute strike from distance before substitute Martinez headed in a 92nd-minute winner.
Argentina’s turnaround came after England boss Thomas Tuchel made a number of defensive substitutions as England looked to hold on to their lead.
But following the changes, Argentina took firm control of the game and deservedly came back, with Lionel Messi playing a huge influence as he assisted Martinez’s winner.
