Nigeria Soccer
World Cup 2026: Messi’s masterclass vs England not enough to beat Okocha’s legendary mark
Lionel Messi produced another unforgettable World Cup performance on Wednesday night but even his brilliance could not erase a long-standing football record held by Nigerian legend Jay-Jay Okocha.
The 39-year-old inspired Argentina to a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinal at Atlanta Stadium. His heroics helped the defending champions reach a second straight World Cup final.
England looked on course for victory after Anthony Gordon gave the Three Lions the lead in the 55th minute with a close-range finish. Thomas Tuchel's side then dropped deeper in an attempt to protect their advantage, but Messi eventually » Read More
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