Argentina defeated Egypt 3-2 on Tuesday in a round of 16 match at the FIFA World Cup 2026 [1].
The victory ensures Argentina progresses to the quarter-finals, maintaining their pursuit of the championship title in a tournament spanning 39 days [2].
The match featured a high-stakes confrontation between two of football's most prominent figures, Lionel Messi and Mohammed Salah. Times Now News said the game was likely the last World Cup for both athletes.
Egypt took an early lead when Yasser Ibrahim scored to make the game 1-0. Shortly after that goal, Lionel Messi had a penalty attempt saved by Egypt goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir [3]. Despite the early setback, Argentina rallied to secure the 3-2 win [1].
This match followed another narrow escape for the Argentine side. ESPN said Argentina survived an almighty scare in their previous outing, defeating Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time in one of the best games of the tournament [4].
The result eliminates Egypt from the competition and cements Argentina's position as a primary contender in the knockout stages. The team now prepares for the quarter-finals after overcoming two consecutive matches decided by a single goal.
“Argentina defeated Egypt 3-2 in a dramatic round of 16 match”
Argentina's progression to the quarter-finals demonstrates a resilient but precarious form, having narrowly won their last two matches by the same 3-2 scoreline. The victory is particularly significant as it marks a definitive end to the World Cup journey for Egypt and its star player, Mohammed Salah, while keeping Lionel Messi's championship aspirations alive in the twilight of his international career.
