Argentina defeated England 2-1 to reach final
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Argentina advanced to the World Cup final after a dramatic comeback, defeating England two to one in the semifinals. England took the lead in the second half with a goal from Anthony Gordon, but Argentina equalized in the 85th minute through Enzo Fernández, assisted by Lionel Messi. Lautaro Martínez scored the winning goal in the second minute of stoppage time, also assisted by Messi. This victory sends Argentina to the final against Spain, who defeated France two to zero in the other semifinal. Following the match, England's coach Thomas Tuchel expressed disappointment, stating, "We were so close... but couldn't keep the level after we scored." England captain Harry Kane shared his heartbreak, saying, "I’m gutted for the team, the staff, the fans." In a controversial moment, Argentina players celebrated their win by displaying a banner that read "Las Malvinas son Argentinas," referencing the disputed Falkland Islands, which could lead to potential sanctions from FIFA. The final is set for Sunday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, where Argentina will seek to become the first team to win back-to-back World Cups since Brazil in 1962.
WHO:
Argentina
England
Thomas Tuchel
Harry Kane
Lionel Messi
Enzo Fernández
Lautaro Martínez
Spain
France
WHAT:
Argentina advanced to the World Cup final
Argentina defeated England two to one in the semifinals
England took the lead with a goal from Anthony Gordon
Argentina equalized in the 85th minute through Enzo Fernández
Lautaro Martínez scored the winning goal in stoppage time
Argentina players displayed a banner that read "Las Malvinas son Argentinas"
WHERE:
MetLife Stadium in New Jersey
WHEN:
The final is set for Sunday
WHY:
Argentina seeks to become the first team to win back-to-back World Cups since Brazil in 1962
England's coach expressed disappointment after the match
HOW:
Argentina's goals were assisted by Lionel Messi