In a remarkable turnaround during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match at Atlanta Stadium, Argentina overcame a 2-0 deficit to defeat Egypt. Egypt took an early lead with Yasser Ibrahim scoring a header in the 15th minute, marking the first time Argentina trailed in this tournament. Despite several chances, including a Lionel Messi penalty kick that was saved by Egypt's goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir and a free kick that hit the post, Argentina could not score in the first half.

Egypt extended their lead to 2-0 with a goal from Mostafa Ziko nine minutes after Ibrahim's opener. However, Argentina responded swiftly in the second half, netting three goals in less than 15 minutes. Lionel Messi scored five minutes after Egypt's second goal, becoming the first player to score in nine consecutive World Cup games. Argentina's comeback was completed with a third goal scored by Enzo Fernandez.

This victory keeps Argentina's hopes alive for back-to-back World Cup titles.

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