England's World Cup Dream Ends in Dramatic Argentina Comeback

Argentina scored two goals in the final seven minutes to defeat England 2-1 in the World Cup semifinal, breaking English hearts and setting up a final against Spain.

The match

England took the lead through Anthony Gordon in the 55th minute. Argentina equalized through Enzo Fernández in the 85th minute, and Lautaro Martínez headed the winner in stoppage time. Lionel Messi provided both assists. Source: BBC

The reaction

British media reacted with devastation. "Inglaterra sufre una dolorosa derrota" wrote BBC, while The Guardian spoke of "corazones rotos" Source: Clarin. Criticism focused on England manager Thomas Tuchel, with The Sun reporting "rabia de los fans contra Tuchel por sus cobardes cambios" Source: Excelsior. The Times called it "agonía" Source: Infobae.

The controversy

After the match, Argentine players displayed a banner reading "Las Malvinas son Argentinas," which The Sun described as "repugnante" Source: Clarin. This drew widespread criticism in the British press.

Fallout

England must now face France in the third-place match. Argentina will play Spain in the final.