Messi not done yet after inspiring Argentina to FIFA World Cup 2026 final
Messi delivered two assists and nine successful dribbles as Argentina rallied from 1-0 down to reach its second straight World Cup final.
- On Wednesday, Lionel Messi, Argentina captain, led his team to a 2-1 victory over England in the World Cup semi-finals, securing a spot in Sunday's final against Spain.
- Messi, 39, provided two crucial assists after England took an early lead through Anthony Gordon's goal in the 85th minute, prompting England coach Thomas Tuchel to praise him as the 'leader and key player in any team in which he plays.'
- During the tournament, the forward recorded 24 successful dribbles, overtaking Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal to lead official FIFA World Cup statistics with nine dribbles in the semi-final alone.
- Argentina now advances to Sunday's final against Spain, aiming to become the first team to retain the World Cup since Brazil accomplished the feat in 1962.
- Polymarket prediction market claims Messi holds a 31.7% probability of winning the 2026 Ballon d'Or, with the winner announced October 26, positioning him as the favorite among all contenders.
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