England vs Argentina Highlights - July 15, 2026

Argentina beat England 2-1 in FIFA World Cup 2026 on July 15, 2026. The match was played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Anthony Gordon (55') scored for England. Enzo Fernández (85'), Lautaro Martínez (90'+2') scored for Argentina.

John Stones sent an effort off target for England (33'). Moments later, the referee cautioned Elliot Anderson of England on 37 minutes.

A block denied Lionel Messi on 38 minutes. Soon after, Enzo Fernández shot wide for Argentina on 38 minutes.

Lisandro Martínez was booked for Argentina (42').

After the break, Julián Álvarez tested the goalkeeper for Argentina (47'). Julián Álvarez could not find the target for Argentina (47').

Shortly afterwards, the referee cautioned Cristian Romero of Argentina on 51 minutes. Leandro Paredes sent an effort off target for Argentina (54').

Moments later, Anthony Gordon scored for England on 55 minutes after a pass from Morgan Rogers.

Enzo Fernández shot wide for Argentina on 61 minutes. Soon after, Declan Rice forced a save for England on 66 minutes.

The keeper had to be alert to keep out Nico González’s effort (69'). Alexis Mac Allister tested the goalkeeper for Argentina (76').

Lionel Messi picked out Enzo Fernández, who scored for Argentina (85'). Lionel Messi picked out Lautaro Martínez, who scored for Argentina (90'+2').

Rodrigo De Paul was booked for Argentina (90'+4'). Substitutions: England 5, Argentina 5.

Argentina controlled 64.2% of possession. England had 5 shots with 2 on target, while Argentina had 15 and 5.

Goalkeeper saves: England 3, Argentina 1. Corners: England 2, Argentina 6.

Argentina completed the most passes, 588 in total at 91.3% accuracy. The referee produced 4 yellow cards.