Newcastle icon Alan Shearer has lauded Argentina’s comeback triumph over England in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final.
Remember that Argentina pulled off another remarkable turnaround as the defending champions shattered English hopes to secure a spot in their second consecutive World Cup final with a 2-1 win.
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Anthony Gordon’s goal in the 55th minute gave the Three Lions an early lead, but Enzo Fernandez’s long-range effort and Lautaro Martinez’s header in the 92nd minute secured the victory for Lionel Scaloni’s team in Atlanta.
Argentina will meet Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday after the European champions edged past tournament favorites France in the first semi-final.
Though England faced a painful loss, Three Lions legend Alan Shearer believes the superior team advanced.
‘I think the better team won,’ he stated on BBC One. ‘You have to be candid and straightforward about it.
‘Their response was outstanding; they struck the woodwork several times, and England was fortunate. The way they remained composed, adhered to their strategy, and maintained faith in their approach was commendable, and they accomplished it.
