Lionel Messi leads Argentina to 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt and spot in World Cup quarterfinals
Argentina advances to the World Cup quarterfinals following a 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt led by Lionel Messi.
Where it stands
Argentina secured a spot in the World Cup quarterfinals after defeating Egypt with a final score of 3-2. The match featured a comeback effort, with contributions from players including Leandro Paredes and Cristian Romero.
Coverage from outlets including AP News, ESPN, CNN, and Yahoo Sports emphasizes the performance of Lionel Messi and the reactions of fans in Buenos Aires, Miami, and Cairo. Additional reporting notes praise from Brazil great Rivaldo regarding Messi's play during the tournament.
Attention now shifts to the remaining quarterfinal matches. Coverage from The Guardian and Fox News confirms that the tournament continues with Spain facing Belgium.
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Coverage (16)
- Spain v Belgium: World Cup 2026 quarter-final The Guardian · 44d ago
- Mikel Oyarzabal and Romelu Lukaku set to light up Spain vs Belgium World Cup quarterfinal Fox News · 44d ago
- Lionel Messi leads Argentina to incredible World Cup comeback; LeBron James inching closer to decision CBS Sports · 47d ago
- A Cairo coffee house erupts, then goes silent as Egypt’s World Cup run meets Argentina AP News · 47d ago broke it first
- Argentina’s Leandro Paredes and an iconic World Cup tackle The New York Times · 47d ago
- Brazil great Rivaldo puts aside Brazil-Argentina rivalry to praise Messi ESPN · 47d ago
- Miami fans react to Argentina comeback win Axios · 47d ago
- How Lionel Messi and Argentina sent the World Cup into a state of sporting nirvana CNN · 47d ago
- OFFSIDE: Lionel Messi and Argentina pull off another miracle comeback to bury Egypt The Times of India · 47d ago
- Thousands Celebrate Argentina's Dramatic Comeback in Buenos Aires Yahoo · 47d ago
- Tottenham news: Cristian Romero goal sparks epic Argentina comeback BBC · 47d ago
- 🗞️ The eternal miracle, the back pages bow to Leo Messi Yahoo Sports · 47d ago
- Messi inspires epic Argentina fightback as Mbappe breaks silence on racist attack Yahoo Sports · 47d ago
- 🔥 La Pulga still has fire! Messi explains his emotional outburst Yahoo Sports · 47d ago
- Argentina Displays Heart Of A Champion Yahoo Sports · 47d ago
- Lionel Messi leads Argentina to 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt and spot in World Cup quarterfinals AP News · 47d ago broke it first
Answered
What was the final score of the Argentina versus Egypt match?
Argentina defeated Egypt with a score of 3-2.
Who is confirmed to play in the next round of the World Cup?
According to reports, Spain and Belgium are set to meet in a quarterfinal match.
How did fans react to the Argentina victory?
Coverage notes celebrations in Buenos Aires and Miami, while reports from Cairo describe the atmosphere among local fans.
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