Argentina World Cup late wins has Messi's team on rare list

Argentina has advanced to the 2026 World Cup final after a late-game victory against England. The team is noted for a rare streak of winning consecutive knockout games with goals scored in the 80th minute or later.
Why it matters
This highlights a historic statistical trend in international sports, drawing comparisons to legendary World Cup performances of the past.
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The article provides objective sports reporting on match results and historical statistics.
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