Argentina defeated England 2-1 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final match held on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, in Atlanta, United States. After a scoreless first half, England took the lead with a goal from Anthony Gordon in the 55th minute. Argentina equalized late in the game with a goal by Enzo Fernández in the 85th minute. In stoppage time, Lautaro Martínez scored the winning goal for Argentina, securing their place in the final.

Argentina will face Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at 3 p.m. England will compete for third place against France on Saturday, July 18, at 5 p.m. at Miami Stadium.

This tournament is expected to be Lionel Messi's final World Cup appearance after 20 years representing Argentina. Messi and Argentina previously won the World Cup in 2022 after defeating France in penalty kicks.

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