Argentina reached World Cup final without leading in first 90 minutes of any knockout match

Published Jul 16, 12:38 PM UTC

According to statistics reported by Hupu Soccer on July 16, Argentina advanced to the World Cup final without taking the lead in the first 90 minutes of any of their four knockout matches. All winning goals were scored in extra time: against Cape Verde in the 111th minute, Egypt in the 91st minute, Switzerland in the 112th minute, and England in the 91st minute. The data highlights Argentina's resilience and ability to win under pressure, with fans commenting on their unity and knack for last-minute victories. The source is attributed to X (formerly Twitter).