'Back Among the Two Best': Messi's Emotional Reaction After Argentina Reaches World Cup Final

Lionel Messi, who provided two assists in the semifinal, didn't hold back his emotions after Argentina defeated England to book their spot in the 2026 World Cup final. "Enjoy this moment the way we do. Today we are going to the World Cup final again, we have brought Argentina back among the two best teams in the world. We've been enjoying being world champions for four years, and now we'll play in the final again," the Albiceleste captain said. The forward emphasized that the team achieved its primary goal of going all the way. "Today we took the last step and got what everybody wanted: to reach the World Cup final. Then, as always, God's will be done," Messi added. In the final, Argentina will face Spain. For the 38-year-old Messi, this tournament is likely to be his last World Cup appearance.