Argentina Beat Switzerland to Reach World Cup Semi-Finals

Argentina booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals after defeating Switzerland 3-1 following extra time in a dramatic quarter-final at Kansas City Stadium. Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez struck decisive goals after Lionel Scaloni's side made their numerical advantage count to set up a blockbuster clash with England.

Mac Allister Goal and Messi assist in Argentina vs Switzerland FIFA World Cup Quarterfinal game pic.twitter.com/epmS43N1gH

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Switzerland made an energetic start and threatened through Breel Embolo, but Argentina struck first from a Lionel Messi corner. Alexis Mac Allister rose above a packed Swiss defence to power home a header and hand the South American champions the lead.

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Emiliano Martinez then produced a crucial save to deny Embolo in a one-on-one situation, preserving Argentina's advantage before halftime.

After the break, Nahuel Molina squandered a golden opportunity to double the lead before Switzerland responded strongly. Dan Ndoye levelled the match after earlier efforts had been denied by Lisandro Martinez and Emiliano Martinez.

The turning point came in the 72nd minute when Embolo received his second yellow card for simulation, reducing Switzerland to ten men. Messi came close to winning it in normal time with a trademark curling effort that drifted narrowly wide.

Argentina eventually broke the deadlock early in extra time when Julian Alvarez produced a stunning curling finish beyond Gregor Kobel. Lautaro Martinez then sealed the victory with a clinical late strike to send the Albiceleste into the last four.

Julian Alvarez winning goal in Argentina vs Switzerland FIFA World Cup Quarterfinal game pic.twitter.com/innFIZztnu

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Argentina will now renew one of football's greatest rivalries when they face England in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final at Atlanta Stadium.

The fans have spoken – Julián Alvarez is your @MichelobUltra Superior Player of the Match! 👏#FIFAWorldCup #SuperiorPOTM pic.twitter.com/gG0OAALOVp

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Player of the Match: Julian Alvarez (Argentina).