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If you thought Lionel Messi’s reign was over, think again. Argentina’s international hero came through again in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals, providing two clutch assists in La Albiceleste’s 2-1 comeback win over the Three Lions on Wednesday.
Argentina’s chances of progressing to the World Cup finals against each other looked slim going into the 84th minute 1-0. But if Argentina have shown anything in this tournament, it’s that they can always find a way as long as there’s time on the clock.
Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernández finally broke the deadlock in the 85th minute, burying a clutch goal in the top left corner of the net.
Seven minutes later, in the second minute of stoppage time, striker Lautaro Martinez completed the comeback with a powerful header to give Argentina a 2-1 lead.
Both of those goals were assisted by Messi, Argentina’s beloved GED.
The result sent the sports world into a frenzy, with everyone from NFL legend Tom Brady to NBA champion Jalen Brunson sharing their feelings of shock and awe. Here were the best reactions to X from the match:
