Amazing: Messi reveals how Argentina came from behind to beat Egypt and reach the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals.
On 8 July 2026 GMT+7, Lionel Messi, the star captain of Argentina's national team, spoke after the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 match where Argentina staged a thrilling comeback from 0-2 down to win 3-2 in regular time.
Egypt led Argentina until the 79th minute, when Cristian Romero scored a header to make it 1-2. Then Lionel Messi equalized at the 83rd minute. Finally, in injury time at 90+2 minutes, Enzo Fernandez headed the winning goal, completing the 3-2 turnaround.
This miraculous win allowed Argentina to escape elimination and advance to the World Cup quarterfinals, where they will face Switzerland, who won 4-3 on penalties against Colombia after a 0-0 draw over 120 minutes.
Lionel Messi, moved to tears with joy, spoke about the reason behind Argentina’s incredible comeback against Egypt: "Honestly, what the team did today was outstanding."
"They managed to overturn a 0-2 deficit in a World Cup knockout game, which is extremely difficult—especially in this tournament where no one gives up victory easily."
"It’s very hard to break down defenses or create scoring chances, but this team proved once again that they have the fighting spirit, never give up, and keep pushing until the very last second."
"Today, they erased all doubts about the team. This is what the team has consistently shown: a relentless fight until the final whistle."