Lionel Messi delivered a 92nd-minute cross that substitute Lautaro Martinez headed home, sending Argentina to the World Cup final and condemning England to a crushing defeat.
Martinez, introduced from the bench, was in the right place at the right time to nod in Messi’s delivery, breaking English hearts and booking Argentina’s place in the showpiece match.
“Substitute Lautaro Martinez headed in Lionel Messi's cross in the 92nd minute to beat England and send Argentina to the World Cup final.”
Ahead of the final, Messi weighed in on teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, describing him as a 'global star'. The Argentine superstar also commented on a viral photo of his first meeting with the young Barcelona prodigy, though further details were not provided.
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Argentina now await their opponents in the final as England are left to contemplate another semi-final exit on the world stage.