Messi inspires crazy comeback in World Cup last 16
Argentina secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Egypt in the 2026 World Cup round of 16 after trailing by two goals. Lionel Messi played a pivotal role in the comeback, assisting the first goal and scoring the equalizer before Enzo Fernandez netted the winner in stoppage time.
Why it matters
The match highlights the high-stakes nature of the 2026 World Cup and the continued influence of Lionel Messi on the international stage.
Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez heads in a goal 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.
The report provides a factual account of the match events and player performances.
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