Lionel Messi starts for Argentina today as their World Cup defence continues with a last-16 tie against Mohamed Salah’s Egypt. Argentina survived an almighty scare last time out, defeating Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time in one of the best games of the tournament.

The U.S. defeat by Belgium in the last 16 of the World Cup helped Fox keep breaking ratings records for soccer coverage. The USMNT's 4-1 loss to the Europeans was watched by 30M viewers, becoming the most-watched soccer telecast in U.

The Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights for Argentina vs. Egypt in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Follow for complete results from the Round of 16 match in Atlanta.

The USMNT trailed 1-0 when Malik Tillman scored to even the match vs. Belgium at the World Cup. See the equalizer.

Arsenal took an early lead in terms of World Cup club scorers, but are obviously level with Crystal Palace and Sunderland now.

The 2026 World Cup is moving into its final two weeks. Here is how to watch some of the games featuring USMNT, Argentina, Spain and France this week.

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Mikel Merino was still on the bench in the final minutes of regulation, with Spain coach Luis de la Fuente worried about hanging on to his substitutes as long as possible because of looming extra time.

A crazy game that featured penalty kicks for each, a red card, golazos and more, it was England who advanced to the last eight