Title Defence Alive: Messi Penalty Miss Forgotten As Albiceleste Sink Pharaohs In 13-Minute Resurrection

Argentina Vs Egypt Match Gallery, FIFA World Cup 2026: Holders Argentina staged a late comeback to beat Egypt 3-2 in a breathtaking Round of 16 clash in Atlanta. The Pharaohs, masterfully drilled by Hossam Hassan, stunned the world champions early when Yasser Ibrahim scored in the 15th minute. Moments later, Egyptian keeper Mostafa Shobeir cemented his generational performance by saving a Lionel Messi penalty. When Mostafa Ziko finished a lethal counter-attack in the 67th minute, even as Mohamed Salah stayed quiet, an upset felt certain. However, Lionel Scaloni's Albiceleste refused to die. Cristian Romero sparked life with a 79th-minute header. Moments later, Messi redeemed himself, smashing a volley off the crossbar. The pandemonium struck in the 92nd minute when Enzo Fernandez rose highest to head home the winner. With their title defence alive, Argentina advance to face Switzerland or Colombia in the quarterfinals. See the best photos from the ARG vs EGY football match here:

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