Argentina stuns England to reach World Cup final vs. Spain
Argentina flipped the script yet again with two late goals to stun England, sending them to the World Cup final with a chance to repeat as champions vs. Spain.
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Argentina stuns England to reach World Cup final vs. Spain — Thursday, July 16, 2026
Argentina defeats England 2-1 in World Cup 2026 semifinal to reach final against Spain. Spain has advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after a 2-0 semifinal win over France, while the German Football Association appears close to finalizing a deal with Jürgen Klopp for a national team role.
Biggest developments
Argentina defeats England 2-1 after another comeback; Spain awaits in World Cup final
Argentina advanced to its second straight World Cup final after a thrilling 2-1 win over England on Wednesday. Lionel Messi assisted on both goals.
Bullish takes
- Spain's strong defensive performance and progression to the World Cup final highlight their status as serious title contenders, with goalkeeper Unai Simón setting a tournament shutout record.
Critical takes
- France's 2-0 loss to Spain in the semifinal has been widely criticized as one of their weakest World Cup performances in decades, raising questions about their attacking efficiency and squad balance.
Why this matters
World Cup 2026 final set for Spain vs Argentina on July 19.