Messi leads Argentina to dramatic late comeback against Egypt

Published: July 8, 2026, 10:31 am

Argentina secured a stunning comeback victory against Egypt, fueled by a determined performance from captain Lionel Messi. The turning point arrived in the 79th minute when Messi delivered a precise cross that allowed Romero to head the ball into the net, igniting the team’s rally.

The momentum continued for Argentina as they pressed for a result, with substitutes Lautaro Martinez and Gonzalo Montiel playing pivotal roles by providing essential touches to keep the ball away from the Egyptian defenders. Capitalizing on the chaos in the box, Messi crashed home the equalizer just four minutes after the opening goal, completing the late comeback.