FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentine fans celebrate in Miami Beach after advancing to quarterfinals
Argentina rallied from a 3-0 deficit to win 3-2, with Messi scoring twice and sending the defending champions into the quarterfinals.
- On Tuesday, Argentina defeated Egypt 3-2 in a tense FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match in Atlanta, with Lionel Messi scoring the equalizer in the 83rd minute to secure the quarterfinal berth.
- Early goals from Yasser Ibrahim and Mustafa Zico established a 2-0 lead for Egypt, leaving Argentine supporters fearing a devastating result as the team trailed early in the match.
- Cristian Romero scored with a header before Messi netted his 8th tournament goal in the 83rd minute, with Fernandez adding the final score at the Atlanta Stadium as Messi celebrated in tears.
- Supporters flocked to North Beach, known as Little Buenos Aires, to celebrate the victory, including one dedicated fan who flew 25 hours from Mongolia to witness the match in person.
- Argentina now advances to the quarterfinals on Saturday, July 11, facing either Colombia or Switzerland as the tournament enters its knockout stages and the defending champions pursue the trophy.
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Argentina and Messi fans in Miami Beach celebrate thrilling World Cup comeback: "For Argentinians, it's life or death"
At George's Restaurant, fans draped in sky blue and white stripes filled the establishment, chanting and cheering throughout the match against Egypt.
The selected one led by Lionel Scaloni and captained by Lionel Messi will see the faces with Switzerland, which left on the way to Colombia, in the quarterfinals
Fans erupt in happiness at Manolo in Miami Beach as Argentina moves forward to the quarterfinals - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports
Fans of Argentina’s national soccer team gathered at a popular restaurant in Miami Beach to watch and then celebrate the big win for their team...
Aerolíneas Argentinas confirmed that it will add six flights to Miami between Wednesday 8 and Friday 10 July, destined for all those who want to travel to encourage the Argentina National Team in front of the quarterfinals of the tournament. The Albiceleste will finally play versus Switzerland, on Saturday 11 July. The [...]
The fans who want to accompany Lionel Messi’s team before the decisive event of the tournament will have to face a millionaire expense. Between passage and entry, the initial investment exceeds 5,700 dollars. Read more
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