Lionel Messi led Argentina on a run of three unanswered goals against Egypt Tuesday, making it one step closer to defending its FIFA World Cup title.
Messi scored a goal in the 83rd minute, keeping him in the race for the Golden Boot, given to the World Cup’s top scorer.
Argentina’s Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their second goal against Egypt during the FIFA World Cup 2026 at Atlanta Stadium, July 7, 2026.
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The broadcasters calling the match described the thriller between Argentina and Egypt as “a game for the ages” and “one of the great World Cup games.”
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