Scaloni in tears after Argentina's incredible comeback against Egypt
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni was moved to tears following his team's 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16.
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Egypt's World Cup heartbreak: Argentina completes stunning late comeback
Egypt were minutes away from a historic quarter-final spot before Argentina scored three late goals to seal a dramatic victory.
VAR controversy in Argentina vs Egypt match sparks fan outrage
Egypt's victory over Argentina in the World Cup Round of 16 was marred by controversy after a goal was disallowed following a VAR review.
World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi and Mohamed Salah meet in last 16
Argentina and Egypt face off in the World Cup round of 16 on Tuesday, with Lionel Messi and Mohamed Salah leading their respective nations' hopes.
Lionel Messi reunites with family during World Cup campaign
Argentina captain Lionel Messi enjoyed a family reunion with his wife and sons during a break in the 2026 World Cup.
Emiliano Martinez praises Cape Verde after Argentina's World Cup struggle
Argentina's goalkeeper admitted his frustration with the team's narrow escape in the Round of 32 and lauded the African side's performance.
Ranking every match at the 2026 World Cup
With 104 games at this World Cup, we are ranking them all. From the best classics to the most forgettable group stage ties, here is our full list.
Salah scores cheeky Panenka as Egypt reach World Cup knockout history
Mohamed Salah converted a bold Panenka penalty to help Egypt defeat Australia and secure a historic place in the next round of the World Cup.
Lionel Scaloni dismisses concerns over Argentina's reliance on Lionel Messi
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has addressed questions regarding team dependency on Lionel Messi ahead of their World Cup last-32 clash against Cape Verde.
AFA President requests more tickets for Argentina fans vs Cape Verde
AFA President Claudio Tapia has requested that FIFA release more tickets for Argentina fans ahead of the World Cup second-round clash against Cape Verde.
Lionel Scaloni reaches verbal agreement to stay as Argentina coach until 2031
Lionel Scaloni has reportedly agreed to extend his tenure as Argentina head coach until 2031, with formal talks paused until after the current World Cup.
World Cup 2026: Chris Sutton predicts last-32 ties
BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton provides his predictions for the 2026 World Cup last-32 matches, including England versus DR Congo.
Lionel Messi chose team over personal records in Jordan clash
Lionel Scaloni revealed that Lionel Messi requested to start on the bench against Jordan to prioritize team harmony over individual achievements.
World Cup Penalty Shootouts: A Statistical Guide to Winning
We analyze data from 320 World Cup penalty kicks to see what determines success in the most high-pressure moments of the tournament.
Vozinha on facing Messi: Stopping him is almost impossible
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha reflects on his upcoming dream match against Lionel Messi and Argentina in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16.
Lautaro Martinez scores his first World Cup goal
The Argentina striker netted his debut goal at a World Cup tournament in the match against Jordan.
Muchachos: The story behind Argentina’s favourite football anthem
Adapted by schoolteacher Fernando Romero after Diego Maradona's passing, the song has become a rallying cry and the ultimate anthem for Argentina's fanbase.
Argentina handed favorable path to World Cup final
With first place in their group secured, Argentina's potential route to the World Cup semifinals appears clear of major threats following Friday's results.
Lionel Scaloni calls for unity after false reports regarding Lionel Messi's father
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has urged his squad to stay focused on their upcoming World Cup clash against Austria following false reports about the death of Lionel Messi's father.
Alexis Mac Allister: 'It's very difficult to learn from Messi, there won't be another'
Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has shared his admiration for Lionel Messi following Argentina's 3-0 World Cup opening win against Algeria.