Lionel Messi says Argentina’s semi-final victory over England is a “special” World Cup win as the team reaches the final. Multiple outlets report that Argentina comes from behind to beat England 2-1, with Messi central to the comeback and decisive play. After the match, Messi characterizes the result as particularly memorable, emphasizing the quality of the opposition and the significance of the stage. One report adds that Messi highlights the historical context of the England matchup, referencing the longstanding Falkland Islands sovereignty dispute. Looking ahead, Messi also comments on the final opponent: Spain, which defeats France 2-0 to qualify for the final. Messi describes Spain as a strong side with “wonderful” players, praising the team’s overall quality. Across the coverage, the consistent points are Argentina’s 2-1 win after trailing, Messi’s praise for both the performance and the context of the semi-final, and his acknowledgment of Spain’s strength ahead of the final.