Argentina and Messi Miraculously Defeat Egypt; Argentina Returns to World Cup in 13 Minutes

Argentina's national football team was on the verge of elimination in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, but scored three goals against Egypt's national team in a short span of time and secured their return to the World Cup. This event took place in Atlanta and was accompanied by varied reactions in the media.

• Argentina's national football team scored three goals against Egypt's national team in 13 minutes and 15 seconds.
• Egypt's national team was ahead with two goals and one disallowed goal from Argentina until the 79th minute.
• Argentina was facing a shocking elimination from the 2026 World Cup.
• Mizan news agency described this comeback as a "mad comeback" and "Messi's magic."
• ISNA used the phrase "Argentina's 13-minute storm against Egypt" and wrote that "the Pharaohs drowned in Atlanta."
• Khabar Online called this comeback "Argentina and Messi's miracle" and noted that "the Albiceleste returned to the World Cup in 13 minutes."
• Iran International had referred to a "shocking elimination" for Argentina.. Coverage difference: Media outlets emphasized different aspects in their narrative of this event. ISNA and Khabar Online focused on the short time span (13 minutes) and the final result (return to the World Cup), whereas Mizan news agency, by using words such as "Messi's magic" and "mad comeback," placed greater emphasis on the emotional aspect and Messi's role in this victory. Iran International also referred to Argentina's situation before this comeback and the "shocking elimination."