In a thrilling Round of 16 match at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Argentina edged out Egypt 3-2 at the packed Miami Garden Stadium. Lionel Messi and Julian Alvarez scored in quick succession in the first half, giving their team a 2-0 lead, before Mohamed Salah pulled one back from the penalty spot and Mostafa Fathi made it 2-2. Alvarez sealed the win with an 85th-minute goal, sending Argentina into the quarterfinals with a pulsating victory.