Messi Sparks Late Surge as Argentina Edge England to Reach World Cup Final vs Spain
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Argentina stunned England 2-1 in Atlanta to reach the World Cup final against Spain, with Enzo Fernandez equalising after a patient Messi run and Lautaro Martinez headed in the late winner from Messi’s cross; England’s back-five plan couldn’t withstand Argentina’s relentless pressure as Messi continued to influence games late in his career, delivering a dramatic comeback and a shot at a fourth world title amid raucous support.
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