Argentina beat England 2-1 on Martinez goal to reach World Cup final
What's next: Lionel Messi and Argentina advanced to the title match after Lautaro Martinez scored from Messi's cross in the 92nd minute.
Argentina reached the World Cup final with a 2-1 win over England after Lautaro Martinez headed in Lionel Messi’s cross in the 92nd minute. England had gone in front through Anthony Gordon, but Enzo Fernandez leveled for Argentina before the late winner. Messi, who set up the decisive goal, played a central role throughout the semifinal as Argentina overturned England’s lead. The result sent Argentina through to the tournament’s championship match and ended England’s run one game short of the final. BBC Sport described Martinez as a substitute, while match coverage highlighted Fernandez’s equalizer and England’s frustration after conceding in stoppage time.