Argentina finally broke down England late in the match (2-1) and will defend their world title against Spain.

Argentina’s World Cup 2026 dream lives on. In a tense and hard-fought semifinal, the Albiceleste snatched a ticket to the final by toppling England (2-1) at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

The reigning world champions will now face Spain as they aim to retain their crown.

Anthony Gordon put England ahead in the 55th minute with a finish from a Morgan Rogers assist.

The introductions of Lautaro Martínez and Rodrigo De Paul breathed new life into the Albiceleste.

Enzo Fernández equalized with a thunderous strike in the 85th minute, before Lautaro Martínez headed home a perfect Lionel Messi cross to seal victory (90+2).