Argentina advanced to the World Cup final on Wednesday after defeating England 2-1 in a semifinal match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Lionel Messi set up two goals in the dying minutes of the match to secure the victory and a spot in the final scheduled for July 19 against Spain.
Following the victory, tens of thousands of fans flooded the streets of Buenos Aires in celebration. The scenes in Argentina's capital were marked by jubilant displays of emotion, with fans leaping with joy, screaming, and crying in what witnesses described as a collective eruption. Some fans sprinted shirtless through the streets in the frenzied atmosphere.
Messi acknowledged the significance of the win to the Argentine supporters, stating that the victory over England meant the most to their fans. The midfielder endured difficult days during the tournament but remained focused on the competition. His family, including wife Antonela Roccuzzo, shared emotional messages of support during Argentina's World Cup campaign, with updates confirming that Messi's father Jorge was recovering from health issues.
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