England took a risk to reach the World Cup final. Lionel Messi exploited it.

Argentina scored twice after the 84th minute to beat England 2-1 behind assists from the 39-year-old superstar.

With just six minutes plus stoppage time remaining, England appeared on the verge of advancing to its first World Cup final in 60 years.

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