JCH-2026: Argentina defeated Egypt with a super comeback, advancing to the quarterfinals.
Egypt, who were leading 2-0, let the victory slip away at the end of the match.
The match between Argentina and Egypt, which took place in the Round of 16 of the World Championship, presented fans with a true drama. The reigning world champions, trailing by a two-goal deficit, ended the match with a comeback and secured a spot in the quarterfinals.
In the 15th minute of the match, Ibrahim put Egypt ahead. In the second half, Ziko further strengthened the hosts' advantage. Thus, by the 67th minute, the Egyptians were leading 2:0.
Argentina, however, completely turned the game around in the final minutes. In the 79th minute, Cristian Romero reduced the deficit. Four minutes later, Lionel Messi restored the balance. In the 90+3rd minute of added time, Enzo Fernández scored the winning goal, securing a hard-fought 3:2 victory for the Argentinians.
It is worth noting that Messi had a chance to take a penalty in the 21st minute of the match but failed to convert it.
World Cup 2026. Round of 16
Argentina — Egypt 3:2
Goals: Romero 79, Messi 83, Enzo Fernández 90+3 — Ibrahim 15, Ziko 67.
With this victory, Argentina secured a place in the quarterfinals, where they will face the winner of the Colombia — Switzerland match.
