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Messi's Tears: Argentina Advances to Semis!
12 Jul
Summary
- Argentina secured a late 3-1 victory over Switzerland.
- Messi scored two goals in a previous comeback win.
- Argentina will face England in the semifinals on July 15.
Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, has secured a spot in the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a hard-fought 3-1 win against Switzerland on July 11. The victory extends their quest to defend their title.
Earlier in the tournament, on July 6, Argentina staged a remarkable comeback against Egypt. Trailing by two goals late in the match, Cristian Romero's header, assisted by Messi, ignited the comeback. Messi then equalized the score before Enzo Fernandez netted a late winner, securing a 3-2 victory.
The team's emotional celebrations, including Messi wiping away tears, highlighted the significance of their progression. Argentina is now scheduled to compete against England in the semifinals on July 15.
