📅 Published: July 16, 2026 at 05:06
✍️ Published by: Sporty Picks Editor
Reporting via BBC Sport
Argentina are through to the World Cup final after substitute Lautaro Martinez rose to meet a Lionel Messi cross in the 92nd minute, heading home the goal that broke English hearts and sealed a place in the showpiece match.
Martinez, introduced from the bench, found himself perfectly positioned to connect with Messi's delivery deep into stoppage time, sending Argentina into raptures at England's expense.
The late drama ensured it was heartbreak for England's men, who were eliminated from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the cruellest fashion — undone by a moment of trademark Messi quality and clinical finishing from his strike partner.