Lionel Messi Sparks Epic Argentina World Cup Comeback in Thrilling Turnaround

Argentina staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Egypt 3-2 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 at Atlanta Stadium on Tuesday. Lionel Messi sparked the rally, assisting on Cristian Romero's goal in the 79th minute, before scoring his tournament-leading eighth goal four minutes later. Enzo Fernández sealed the victory in the 92nd minute, heading in Lautaro Martínez's cross.

Egypt had taken a 2-0 lead, with Yasser Ibrahim scoring in the 15th minute and Mostafa Ziko doubling the advantage in the 67th minute. However, Messi's intervention ensured Argentina advanced to the quarterfinals, where they will face either Colombia or Switzerland at Kansas City Stadium on Saturday.

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