With a great assist from Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martinez scored a header to complete Argentina’s comeback in the 2026 World Cup semifinals against England. Argentina and England battled in a thrilling 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinal clash on Wednesday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Fueled by a pinpoint, right-footed cross from Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martinez scored the decisive goal to complete a stunning, stoppage-time comeback for the Albiceleste.
With the Three Lions defending deep in their own territory, Alexis Mac Allister found a pocket of space to unleash a blistering strike that rattled off the post. Messi quickly tracked down the rebound on the right wing and, using his weaker right foot, whipped in a perfect service to Lautaro Martinez, who rose above his marker in the 92nd minute to nod home the dramatic game-winner and punch Argentina’s ticket to the final.
MESSI SENDS IT INTO TO LAUTARO MARTÍNEZ AND ARGENTINA TAKES THE LEAD IN STOPPAGE TIME 🇦🇷WOULD YOU BELIEVE IT?! 🤯 pic.twitter.com/6JqVAiIL9D— FOX Sports (@FOXSports) July 15, 2026
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