Atlanta, July 7 -- Defending champions Argentina staged a remarkable comeback to beat Egypt 3-2 in a thrilling FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash on July 7, with Cristian Romero sparking the fightback, Lionel Messi scoring the equaliser, and Enzo Fernandez netting a stoppage-time winner to seal La Albiceleste's place in the quarter-finals.

Egypt stunned Argentina in the 15th minute when Yasser Ibrahim headed home from Marwan Attia's corner. Argentina had an immediate chance to respond after Nicolas Tagliafico won a penalty, but goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir denied Lionel Messi from the spot.

Shobeir continued his impressive display by saving efforts from Alexis Mac Allister and Julian Alvarez, while Messi also struck the crossbar with a...