Argentina has reached the 2026 World Cup final following a dramatic 2-1 victory over England on Wednesday. The defending champions will now face Spain on Sunday, July 19, at 3 p.m. ET from New York-New Jersey Stadium to determine the tournament winner.
After a goalless first half, England took the lead in the 55th minute with a goal from Anthony Gordon. Argentina found an equalizer in the 85th minute through Enzo Fernández. Lautaro Martínez then scored the decisive goal in stoppage time to secure Argentina's place in the final.
Argentina entered the tournament as a favored contender to lift the trophy. This World Cup is anticipated to be the last for Lionel Messi, who has represented his country on the international stage for two decades. Messi led Argentina to their previous World Cup triumph in 2022, defeating France in a penalty shootout.
England, the defending champions, will compete for third place against France on Saturday, July 18, at 5 p.m. from Miami Stadium.