Led by Lionel Messi, Argentina staged a dramatic comeback on Tuesday, overturning a 2-0 deficit to defeat Mohamed Salah's Egypt 3-2 in the final minutes at Atlanta Stadium and secure a place in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

EGYPT'S COURAGE PAYS OFF

The African side stepped onto the pitch with no fear, going toe-to-toe with La Scaloneta from the opening whistle. Egypt stunned the reigning world champions in the 15th minute when Yasser Ibrahim rose highest to score a powerful header and give the Pharaohs the lead.

EGYPT'S GOALKEEPER PUTS ON A MASTERCLASS AND BECOMES THE MATCH HERO

Desperate to find an equalizer, Argentina were handed a golden opportunity in the 21st minute when they were awarded a penalty.

However, Mostafa Shobeir denied Lionel Messi from the spot, adding to a spectacular first-half performance in which the Egyptian goalkeeper became a nightmare for the Albiceleste attack with save after save.

Shobeir's heroics kept Egypt ahead and turned him into the standout figure of a historic World Cup performance.

THE OTHER MOSTAFA, ZICO, DELIVERS THE FINAL BLOW

The Pyramids FC forward, alongside Haissem Hassan, has risen to the occasion against the reigning world champions.

Although their goal was ruled out in the 57th minute due to a foul in the build-up, just 10 minutes later (67') they got their revenge, combining once again to extend Egypt's lead.

Argentina's Comeback Led by Lionel Messi's Brilliance

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