Tag: ARGENTINA

Late Martinez Header Sends Argentina Into World Cup Final

KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 – Lautaro Martinez struck deep into stoppage time as Argentina came from behind to defeat England 2-1 and secure a place in their second consecutive FIFA World Cup final at Atlanta Stadium in the United States on Wednesday. The dramatic semi-final appeared to be slipping away from the defending champions after Anthony Gordon gave England the lead in the 54th minute. However, Argentina mounted a late comeback, with Enzo Fernandez levelling the score in the 85th minute before Martinez rose highest to head home the winner in added time, sealing a memorable victory for Lionel Scaloni's side. The win sends La Albiceleste into Sunday's World Cup final at New York/New Jersey Stadium, where they will face 2010 champions Spain in a blockbuster clash for football's biggest prize. Argentina will now be aiming to successfully defend the World Cup title, while Spain will be seeking to lift the trophy for the second time in the nation's history. -- MINUTESMY

KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 – Lautaro Martinez struck deep into stoppage time as Argentina came from behind to defeat England 2-1 and secure a place in their second consecutive FIFA World Cup final at Atlanta Stadium in the United States on Wednesday. The dramatic semi-final appeared to be slipping away from the defending champions after […]