Argentina have secured their place in the final after a hard-fought victory over England in a gripping semi-final encounter, setting up a mouth-watering title clash against Spain.
The Albiceleste overcame the Three Lions in a tense contest filled with drama, missed opportunities and moments of quality as Lionel Scaloni’s side kept alive their hopes of lifting another major trophy.
England made a bright start to the match and enjoyed long spells of possession, putting Argentina under pressure in the early stages of the game.
However, Argentina gradually grew into the contest and responded strongly, eventually finding the breakthrough before adding the decisive goal to seal victory and book their place in the final.
Despite their dominance in possession at various stages of the match, England were unable to convert their chances and were left to rue missed opportunities that could have changed the outcome of the game.
The victory sends Argentina into a major final against Spain for the first time in several years and presents the South American giants with another opportunity to add to their growing collection of international honours.
Football fans around the world are now eagerly anticipating the final, which is expected to attract a global audience and showcase two of the game’s most technically gifted and entertaining teams in Argentina and Spain
