Inter Milan’s captain and Argentina striker Lautaro Martínez has starred in Serie A and lifted the World Cup, driving Argentina’s attack.
Sir Keir Starmer has delivered an emotional final PMQs as he announces his departure next week, praising NHS improvements, the economy, and Ukraine, while MPs from across the House pay tribute and thank his family for their support. The session ends with a standing ovation as colleagues reflect on his six years in office.
Argentina has overturned a second-half lead by England, with Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez sealing a 2-1 victory to advance to the final. England had taken the lead through Anthony Gordon, but Lionel Messi’s side provided a late comeback under pressure.
England has reached the World Cup semi-finals after beating Norway 2-1 in Miami, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice. Thomas Tuchel has criticised the performance as sloppy and not fast enough, while Kane argues the team can still reach a higher level ahead of the Argentina semi-final.
Argentina defeats Switzerland 3-1 after extra time to reach the World Cup semi-finals. Lautaro Martinez nets in extra time after a late goal by Alvarez; Embolo is sent off for mistaken identity via VAR. England will face Argentina next after England beat Norway to reach the semis.
Lionel Messi has extended the men’s World Cup scoring record and continued a prolific tournament run. He has scored in consecutive World Cup matches, netting goals from open play and set pieces while helping Argentina secure group-stage wins and progress toward the knockout rounds in the 2026 tournament.
Argentina has secured a 3-1 win over Jordan in the group finale, with Lionel Messi scoring from a free kick after coming on as a second-half substitute. The performance extends Messi’s World Cup scoring record and keeps Argentina atop Group J as they head into the knockout rounds.
Argentina secures a 3-2 win over Cape Verde after extra time, with Messi’s early goal followed by a Cape Verde comeback and a dramatic own goal sealing the result; Argentina advance to face Egypt in the last 16 while Cape Verde exit with their reputation enhanced.
Cape Verde pushes Argentina to a dramatic 3-2 extra-time defeat after a stunning display by Vozinha; Messi secures late winner but the match becomes a showcase of Cape Verde’s historic World Cup run and the staying power of veteran forwards.