Argentina beats England 2-1 to reach World Cup final, fans celebrate in Buenos Aires

Jubilant fans erupted in Buenos Aires after Argentina secured a 2‑1 victory over England in the World Cup semifinal on Wednesday. The match, held at the Estadio Monumental, saw Argentina take an early lead with a goal from Lautaro Martínez, only to see England equalize through a header by Harry Kane. In the final minutes, Ángel Di María added a decisive strike, sealing the win and advancing the Argentine side to the tournament’s final.

The win marks Argentina’s return to a World Cup final for the first time since 2014, while England’s defeat ends their campaign after a 2022 semi‑final exit. The match was characterized by high intensity and tactical adjustments from both coaches, with Argentina’s midfield dominance and England’s disciplined defense keeping the game closely contested. The atmosphere in the stadium reflected the historic nature of the encounter, as fans celebrated a victory that will be remembered in Argentine football lore.