Lionel Messi set up two goals in the dying minutes of Argentina's semifinal against England at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday to snatch a 2-1 win and a spot in the final on July 19 with Spain.
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Messi: Win over England meant most to our fans
Lionel Messi set up two goals in the dying minutes of Argentina's semifinal against England at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday to snatch a 2-1 win and a spot in the final on July 19 with Spain.
Published July 16, 2026, 2:54 AM
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