Defending world champions Argentina national football team produced one of the most dramatic comebacks of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, overturning a two-goal deficit to beat Egypt national football team 3-2 and book their place in the quarter-finals.
Egypt looked set for a famous victory after opening a 2-0 lead, leaving the reigning champions on the brink of elimination with just over 10 minutes remaining. However, Argentina mounted a remarkable fightback, with Cristian Romero pulling one back in the 79th minute before Lionel Messi levelled the score four minutes later. Enzo Fernández then completed the comeback with a stoppage-time winner to send Argentina through.
The victory means Argentina’s defence of their World Cup title remains alive, while Egypt bow out after a courageous performance that won praise from football fans around the world.
