Messi powers Argentina past England and into World Cup final

Argentina are heading to the FIFA World Cup final after a 2-1 win over England, with Lionel Messi at the center of the drama, CBS News reported.

The victory came after Argentina rallied late against their longtime football rival, according to CBS News. The result set off celebrations among Argentina supporters around the world as the national team booked its place in the tournament’s deciding match.

CBS News described Messi as the force behind Argentina’s win, saying he fueled the team’s victory over England. The report did not provide a full scoring breakdown or identify the goal scorers.

The match carried extra charge because of the Argentina-England rivalry, a fixture with a long World Cup history. CBS News framed the result as a comeback that pushed Argentina through to the final, where the team will now play for the trophy.

Nicole Valdes reported on the celebrations for CBS News, with fans reacting after Argentina’s 2-1 result. The network’s coverage said supporters across the globe were overjoyed by the win.

CBS News also listed coverage of the final matchup, including a segment asking who will win the World Cup between Spain and Argentina. No date, venue or kickoff time for the final was included in the report.

This story draws on original reporting from CBS News.