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From the Liveblog of
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
From the Liveblog of
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Argentina defeats England 2-1 to reach its second consecutive World Cup final
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Lautaro Martinez (22) scores Argentina’s second goal during the World Cup semifinal soccer match between England and Argentina in Atlanta, July 15, 2026. Argentina came from one goal down to berat England 2-1. (AP/Chris Carlson)
Reigning champions Argentina come from behind to beat England 2-1 on reach their second World Cup final in a row, where they will face Spain.
Anthony Gordon put England ahead in the 55th minute but Enzo Fernandez equalized 30 minutes later and Lautaro Martinez headed in the winner in stoppage time from Lionel Messi’s cross.
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