12.07.2026 06:50
In the FIFA 2026 World Cup quarterfinal, Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 in extra time after a 1-1 draw in regular time, advancing to the semifinals and becoming England's opponent. Switzerland finished the match with 10 players.
In the FIFA 2026 World Cup quarterfinal, Argentina faced Switzerland. Argentina won the match played at Kansas City Stadium.
ARGENTINA TOOK THE LEAD
Starting the match very quickly, Argentina took the lead in the 10th minute with a stylish header from Alexis Mac Allister following a corner kick taken by Lionel Messi, and finished the first half ahead.
SWITZERLAND EQUALIZED AND GOT A RED CARD
In the second half, Switzerland increased their pressure on the opponent's goal and found the goal they were looking for in the 67th minute. After some nice passes, Dan Ndoye met the ball inside the penalty area and beat goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez to make it 1-1. About 5 minutes after this goal, Switzerland was reduced to 10 men as Breel Embolo received a second yellow card for attempting to deceive the referee. The regular time of the match ended in a 1-1 draw.
A MAGNIFICENT GOAL FROM JULIAN ALVAREZ
In extra time, Argentina, the sole dominator of the game, took the lead once more in the 112th minute. In an attack developing from the left wing, Julian Alvarez received the ball and with a brilliant shot from the left diagonal, the ball hit the top corner of the net.
LAUTARO MARTINEZ HAD THE FINAL SAY
Argentina again had the final say in the match. In a fast counterattack, Almada faced the goalkeeper, but Kobel made a save. Lautaro Martinez finished the rebound and sent the ball into the net. No further goals were scored in the remaining part of the match, and Argentina won 3-1.
ENGLAND IS THE SEMIFINAL OPPONENT
With this result, the defending champion Argentina advanced to the semifinals, becoming England's opponent. Switzerland, on the other hand, bid farewell to the World Cup.