Lionel Messi broke down in tears at the final whistle, consoled by his Argentina teammates as the captain appeared to realise just how close his World Cup dream came to ending on Tuesday in a game in which he missed a penalty ​before coming up with a vital late equaliser.

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup hasn’t disappointed. Argentina survived an almighty scare against Egypt to book their place in a thrilling quarter-final lineup. FIFA World Cup quarter-f

Lionel Messi has turned back the clock at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with two magical performances for Argentina. When Lionel Messi helped Argentina lift the trophy at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, most believed it was the most poetic end to the little magician’s international career.

Lionel Messi could have more in store for the Dallas region after his World Cup history-making goals for Argentina on Monday in Arlington.

By Trevor Stynes ATLANTA, July 7 (Reuters) - Lionel Messi broke down in tears at the final whistle, consoled by his Argentina teammates as the captain appeared to realise just how close his World Cup dream came to ending on Tuesday in a game in which he missed a penalty before coming up with a vital late equaliser.

Pico Lopes has revealed the biggest moment of Cape Verde’s magical World Cup run. The Shamrock Rovers defender was in the RTÉ studio ahead of Argentina’s Round of 16 clash against Egypt, as he returned to Ireland a hero of two countries,

Racing Post Sport football expert Mark Langdon is on hand with his best bet throughout the World Cup. Tonight's wager comes from Argentina v Egypt.