Argentina defeated Egypt to advance to the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA North America World Cup.
On July 7, local time, Argentina staged a remarkable comeback in the Round of 16 match held in Atlanta, USA, overcoming a two-goal deficit with three goals in just over ten minutes.
Argentina fell behind early, conceding a goal to Yasser Ibrahim in the 14th minute and another to Mostafa Ziko in the 67th minute, trailing 0-2.
However, Argentina responded fiercely, with Cristian Romero heading in a cross from Lionel Messi in the 79th minute to ignite their comeback.
In the 83rd minute, Messi equalized with a right-footed shot after a scramble in the box.
Finally, in the 93rd minute, Enzo Fernandez scored the decisive goal with a header from a cross by Lautaro Martinez. Argentina held on to their lead, thanks to a crucial defensive play by Leandro Paredes that thwarted Egypt's last attack.
After the match, head coach Lionel Scaloni, visibly emotional, said, "What can I say? They are a great team and great players."
Argentina will face the winner of the Colombia-Switzerland match in the quarterfinals on July 11 in Kansas City, USA.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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