Argentina booked their place in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Switzerland 3-1 following extra time in a thrilling quarter-final encounter.
The defending champions made a bright start and took the lead through Alexis Mac Allister, who headed home from a Lionel Messi assist. Switzerland responded strongly in the second half, with Dan Ndoye scoring the equaliser in the 67th minute to level the contest.
Switzerland’s task became more difficult five minutes later when Breel Embolo was sent off after receiving a second yellow card for simulation following a VAR review.
Despite being reduced to 10 men, the Swiss held Argentina at bay throughout normal time, forcing the match into extra time.
Argentina eventually found the breakthrough in the 112th minute as Julián Álvarez produced a superb long-range strike to restore his side’s advantage.
Lautaro Martínez then sealed the victory deep into extra-time stoppage time after Switzerland pushed forward in search of another equaliser.
The 3-1 victory sends Argentina into the World Cup semi-finals, where they will face England in a highly anticipated clash as they continue their bid to retain the world title. Visit www.jocomms.com for more news.
