Argentina beats Egypt 3-2 in dramatic World Cup win

Argentina secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Egypt on Tuesday, advancing to the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup. The match saw the Albiceleste come from behind, with goals from Cristian 'Cuti' Romero, Lionel Messi, and Enzo Fernández sealing the win in Atlanta.

Political reactions

Political figures across Argentina took to social media to celebrate the epic triumph. President Javier Milei wrote on X: 'VAMOS ARGENTINA CARAJO...!!! Que manera de sufrir LRPMQLRMP...' Source: Clarín. Senator Patricia Bullrich shared her stress and pride: 'El estressss, dioos. La pasé re mal... CORONADOS DE GLORIA VIVAMOS' Source: Clarín. She later added: 'NI EN GLADIADOR LE PUSIERON TANTA GARRA COMO ARGENTINA HOY' Source: Infobae. Other notable reactions included:

• Minister of Economy Luis Caputo: 'Vamos Argentina carajo!!!!!!!!!' Source: Infobae
• Former President Mauricio Macri: 'GRACIAS MUCHACHOS!!! Este grupo humano... Qué huevos pusieron por Dios!!!' Source: Infobae
• Buenos Aires City Mayor Jorge Macri: 'Qué locura!!!! VAMOS ARGENTINA CARAJO' Source: Infobae

What's next

Argentina will face the winner of Colombia vs. Switzerland in the quarterfinals on Saturday, July 11, in Kansas City. The match is scheduled for 10 PM local time in Argentina.