The Argentina national team successfully secured the final ticket to the semifinals of the 2026 World Cup. This spot was booked after La Albiceleste overcame fierce resistance from the Swiss national team with a final score of 3-1 in the quarterfinal match at Kansas City Stadium on Sunday (12/7/2026).
The match was played at high intensity from the opening whistle. Argentina initially took the lead through Alexis Mac Allister's effort. However, Switzerland showed impressive resilience by equalizing through Dan Ndoye's second-half goal, forcing the match into extra time.
Entering the crucial phase, Argentina's determination proved dominant. Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez emerged as the match-winners with goals in extra time, sealing Argentina's progress to the final four.
This victory takes Argentina to the semifinals, where they will face the England national team. Earlier, England had secured their place after eliminating Norway in another quarterfinal match.
