FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi, Argentina pull off stunning late comeback to beat Egypt
Argentina secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Egypt in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 after trailing by two goals. Lionel Messi played a pivotal role in the comeback, which was sealed by a stoppage-time goal from Enzo Fernandez.
Why it matters
The FIFA World Cup is a major global sporting event, and this match highlights the high-stakes nature of international football competition.
Lionel Messi inspired Argentina to a remarkable World Cup comeback as they came from two goals down to beat Egypt 3-2 in a dramatic last-16 game on Tuesday (July 7, 2026).
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