Argentina Break English Hearts with Late Rally to Reach World Cup Final

ATLANTA — In a night of high drama at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Argentina clawed back from a first-half deficit to stun England 2-1 and book their place in the World Cup final. Thomas Tuchel’s side had taken the lead just before the hour mark and looked poised to end the nation’s long wait for a major tournament triumph. But Argentina refused to buckle. They equalised with ten minutes left in regulation time, then struck the killer blow deep into stoppage time, sending the South American fans into delirium. England players slumped to the turf, their dreams shattered by a surge of attacking brilliance they could not contain. The win sets up a final showdown for Lionel Scaloni’s men, while Tuchel must now lift a squad devastated by the cruelest of exits.