England’s drama in the 2026 World Cup semi-finals. Argentina turned the tide of the match
Argentina defeated England 2-1 in the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup and, after a dramatic end, advanced to the final, where it will play against Spain.
Argentina will play in the 2026 World Cup final. The defending champions defeated England 2-1 after a match full of fight, tension and twists. The victory was decided by goals scored at the end of the match.
The semi-final in Atlanta was very tough from the beginning. In the first half, both teams played hard, with many fouls, scuffles and tense clashes. The goalkeepers remained almost unemployed for a long time, because after 45 minutes neither side had a shot on target.
England struck first, Argentina had to move forward
After the break, the pace of the match increased. Argentina started to dominate, but that’s it England she was the first to score. In the 55th minute, Morgan Rogers crossed from the right, and Anthony Gordon won the duel in the penalty area and beat Emiliano Martinez from close range.
After conceding the goal, the Argentines took the initiative. Jordan Pickford saved the English team for a long time, defending their opponents’ dangerous shots. Nico Gonzalez and Alexis Mac Allister were close to equalizing the score, and he even hit the post. The pressure was growing every minute.
The decisive end of the semi-final
The breakthrough came in the 85th minute. Lionel Messi withdrew the ball to the edge of the penalty area, a Enzo Fernandez with a precise shot he led to a draw. However, Argentina did not intend to wait for extra time.
Messi played a key role again in stoppage time. After his cross from the right Lautaro Martinez he scored a goal with a header, making it 2-1 and ensuring his team advanced to the final.
The final of the 2026 World Cup. Argentina will face Spain
Argentina will appear in the World Cup final for the second time in a row. In the decisive match, they will face Spain, which confidently defeated France 2-0 in the second semi-final match. At stake will not only be the next World Cup, but also a place in history – the Argentines may become the third team to defend the title.
England will play for third place against France, but the dreams of the first great triumph since 1966 will have to be postponed again.
