The Messi Miracle: Can He Keep Defying Time? The World Cup is a stage where legends are born, and Lionel Messi has cemented his status as one of the greatest players in history.
Argentina's comeback against Egypt will be remembered for generations to come, but it also raises questions about the sustainability of Messi's heroics.
As the clock ticked down in Atlanta, Argentina trailed 2 0 with just minutes left on the clock. Even Messi's magic couldn't conjure up a miraculous win – or so it seemed.