Defending World Cup champion Argentina advanced to the final after a dramatic 2-1 victory over England on Wednesday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
England was five minutes away from its first final appearance in 60 years, desperately trying to protect its lead as time wound down. However, Argentina produced a two-goal sucker punch in the final five minutes to flip the script and secure the win.
Lionel Messi, 39, once again dragged his team to victory. Messi has recorded eight goals and four assists in this World Cup, and he now holds a tournament-record 12 career assists after providing two on Wednesday.
Argentina will face Spain in the World Cup final this Sunday at MetLife Stadium. By reaching their second consecutive final, Argentina has the chance to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back World Cups.