Lionel Messi's puzzled reaction to Jordan Pickford's penalty 'cheat sheet' has gone viral after Argentina defeated England 2-1 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final. Pickford's bottle reportedly contained penalty-taking notes,

Messi inspires Argentina with another late rescue act to down England in a niggling semi-final that tees up a titanic clash with Spain in the final on Sunday.

Argentina came from behind once again to book their spot in their second consecutive World Cup final after beating England 2-1 in Atlanta.

Thomas Tuchel says he feels the "pain" of disappointment at the result, but added that he had "no regrets".

Argentina fight back from the brink to punish England's ultra defensiveness and win 2-1, seal a spot in the FIFA World Cup final for the second consecutive time.

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While Argentina are chasing their second successive final appearance, the English side will be hoping for their first participation in the title decider since lifting the trophy back in 1966

Follow live updates and coverage of the 2026 World Cup as Jude Bellingham and England face Lionel Messi and Argentina.