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Messi punishes England to drive Argentina into World Cup final

Messi punishes England to drive Argentina into World Cup final
Financial Times Thursday 16 July 2026, 01:25 UTC 1 min read
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Reigning men’s champions celebrate comeback 2-1 win after opponents retreat into defensive shell

Reigning men’s champions celebrate comeback 2-1 win after opponents retreat into defensive shell
Messi (PERSON) England (LOCATION) Argentina (LOCATION) World Cup (EVENT)
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