Argentina beat Egypt 3-2 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match, with Lionel Messi playing a central role. According to NDTV, the match is decided by a late surge from Argentina, described as a comeback after a point when the outcome appeared uncertain. Messi scores once and also provides an assist, directly contributing to Argentina’s total of three goals. Egypt scores two, keeping the contest close until the end. The result sends Argentina forward from the knockout stage, while Egypt is eliminated from the tournament. NDTV’s reporting highlights the significance of Messi’s involvement in turning the game in Argentina’s favor, framing the win as a dramatic turnaround during the Round of 16 tie. Overall, the sources agree on the final score and on the key contributions from Messi in goals and chance creation.