Defending champion Argentina has made it to the final of the FIFA World Cup by defeating England 2-1. Argentina will face Spain in the title match on Sunday. Several South American leaders, including the CONMEBOL president, have congratulated the team.
South American leaders congratulated Argentina
CONMEBOL President Alejandro Dominguez and Venezuela’s acting President Delsey Rodriguez have congratulated Argentina. The defending champions have secured their place in the FIFA World Cup final by defeating England 2-1. Argentina secured their place in the World Cup final by defeating England 2-1 in the semi-finals. The current world champion team will now face Spain in the title match on Sunday, where they will be eyeing to retain the FIFA World Cup trophy.
In a post on X, Dominguez praised Argentina’s achievement and urged the team to bring the trophy back to South America. He wrote, “Come on, Argentina! Come on, South America! Another final, let’s go for the Cup again. Football, attitude and a team that always believes big. Congratulations on another historic win and representing all of South America. On Sunday, let’s bring the Cup home again.” ¡Vamos, Argentina! ¡Vamos, South America! Another final, let’s go to the Cup another time. Football, attitude and a team that always believes in greatness. Congratulations on another historic triumph and for representing all of South America. On Sunday, I brought the new cup home. pic.twitter.com/0mSDBUMMmP — Alejandro Domínguez (@agdws) July 15, 2026
Venezuela’s acting President Delsey Rodriguez also congratulated Lionel Scaloni’s team and called Argentina’s qualifying for its second consecutive World Cup finals a proud moment for the continent. Rodriguez wrote on Great emotion for South America: Argentina passes the Football World Cup final for the second consecutive time!! ¡FELICITACIONES! 👏🏻⚽️ pic.twitter.com/sttSrLaQGs — Delcy Rodríguez (@delcyrodriguezv) July 15, 2026
Such was the thrill of the match
Talking about the match, the first half was a tight contest, with both teams struggling for control of the midfield and creating few clear chances. England finally broke the deadlock in the 55th minute when Anthony Gordon headed home Morgan Rogers’ cross to give the Three Lions the lead.
After taking the lead, England went deeper defensively, giving Argentina the opportunity to apply pressure. The defending champions responded strongly, with Jordan Pickford making key saves and Alexis McAllister’s shot hitting the post as Argentina found an equaliser. In the 85th minute, Enzo Fernandez equalized the match by scoring after receiving a pass from Lionel Messi.
Argentina completed their comeback in stoppage time when Messi delivered a cross for Lautaro Martínez, who scored the winning goal with a header. Despite last-minute efforts from England, Argentina held on to their lead to reach the final. England will now face France for third place, while Argentina will face Spain for the title. (ANI)
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