Atlanta, July 8 -- Argentina produced one of the most dramatic comebacks of the FIFA World Cup 2026, scoring three goals in the final minutes to defeat Egypt 3-2 in their Round of 16 clash at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Tuesday.

The defending champions looked to be heading out of the tournament after trailing 2-0 with barely ten minutes of normal time remaining. But goals from Cristian Romero in the 79th minute, Lionel Messi in the 83rd, and Enzo Fernandez in stoppage time turned certain defeat into a famous victory.

Egypt, playing in the Round of 16 for the first time since 1934, stunned the world champions early. Defender Yasser Ibrahim put the Pharaohs ahead in the 15th minute, and the shock deepened when goalkeeper Mosta...