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Defending champion Argentina reaches World Cup final by beating England 2-1
By Patrick Chalvire at WSVN 7 News
· July 15, 2026
· 2 min read
ATLANTA (AP) — Lionel Messi sent in the cross that sent Argentina to the World Cup final after another improbable comeback. Trailing 1-0 going into the last five minutes of regulation time, Messi fed a pinpoint ball to substitute Lautaro Martinez in the second minute of injury time to give the defen
Key takeaway Trailing 1-0 going into the last five minutes of regulation time, Messi fed a pinpoint ball to substitute Lautaro Martinez in the second minute of injury time to give the defending champions a 2-1 victory over England on Wednesday.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami 's large Argentine community is likely celebrating Argentina's comeback win over England, which propels the team to the World Cup final. The city's Little Havana neighborhood, known for its strong Latin American roots, may be particularly abuzz with excitement. Argentina's victory sets up a highly anticipated final against Spain, which will be watched closely by Miami's diverse community. The fact that the final will be played in East Rutherford, New Jersey, may even prompt some local fans to travel north to cheer on their team in person. With Miami's strong ties to Latin America and its own vibrant soccer culture, the World Cup final is sure to be a major event in the city, with many residents gathering to watch the game and cheer on Argentina.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? ATLANTA (AP) — Lionel Messi sent in the cross that sent Argentina to the World Cup final after another improbable comeback. Trailing 1-0 going into the last five minutes of regulation time, Messi fed a pinpoint ball to substitute Lautaro Martinez in the second minute of injury time to give the defen
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