Argentina advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2026 Football World Cup after a dramatic 3:2 victory over Egypt in Atlanta. The defending champion was still trailing 0:2 twelve minutes before the end of regulation time, but turned the match around in the closing stages. The decisive goal was scored in stoppage time by Enzo Fernández with a header. Die Zeit ↗
Egypt took a two-goal lead through strikes from Yasser Ibrahim and Mostafa Zico. Argentina looked uncertain for a long time, and Lionel Messi had earlier failed to convert a penalty kick. In the closing stages, however, it was Messi who kept his team in the game with an equalizing goal, setting the stage for the turnaround completed by Chelsea midfielder Fernández. denik.cz ↗
Sharp reactions came from the Egyptian camp after the match. The bench protested against the situation from which the winning goal arose, demanded a VAR review, and claimed that a foul had preceded the buildup to the attack. Coach Hossam Hassan criticized the referees and spoke of injustice. Former referee Patrick Ittrich, according to available information, described part of the Egyptian anger at the officials as understandable. sport.sk ↗
Argentina's performance once again highlighted Messi's influence on the team and its fans. Tom Brady compared his showing at the championship to his own famous Super Bowl comeback. Argentina thus continues its title defense, while Egypt was left with frustration over a squandered historic chance after its late-game collapse. Tagesspiegel ↗
Argentina advances to quarterfinals after turnaround against Egypt
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