Argentina beats Switzerland 3-1 to reach World Cup semifinals

Argentina advanced to the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Switzerland in Kansas City. The match, which went into extra time, saw Argentina take an early lead and then secure their win with late goals.

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He headed the ball into the goal after a corner taken by Lionel Messi.

Alexis Mac Allister opened the scoring for Argentina in the 10th minute with a header from a Lionel Messi corner kick. Switzerland equalized midway through the second half when Dan Ndoye found the back of the net. The game shifted when Switzerland's Breel Embolo was sent off in the 72nd minute after receiving a second yellow card for simulation, following a VAR review.

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Dan Ndoye received a swift pass near the penalty area, broke through towards the goal, and sent the ball into the net.

Despite the man advantage, Argentina struggled to break down the Swiss defense. The deadlock was finally broken in the 112th minute by Julian Alvarez, who scored a spectacular long-range goal. Lautaro Martinez sealed the victory for Argentina shortly before the final whistle, tapping in a rebound.

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After analysis with VAR, forward Breel Embolo was sent off.

Argentina will now face England in the semifinals. The other semifinal will feature France against Spain.

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Almost everything was decided by Julian Alvarez's strike.