Argentina advances to the World Cup 2026 semifinals after defeating Switzerland 3-1 in their quarterfinal at Kansas City, Missouri. The match is decided in extra time, with Argentina breaking a 1-1 tie deep into the period. Multiple reports identify Julián Álvarez as the scorer of the decisive goal, recorded in the 112th minute, describing it as a long-range, spectacular finish. Switzerland had played with 10 men following a sending-off during the match, according to the accounts provided.
After Álvarez puts Argentina ahead in extra time, Lautaro Martínez adds a further goal in stoppage time to extend the lead and make the final score 3-1. Several outlets refer to the game as another tense knockout contest that requires extra time for Argentina to secure the result.
While the focus remains on Argentina’s extra-time performance and the late goals, the coverage also notes that Lionel Messi’s World Cup scoring streak ends in this quarterfinal, though Argentina’s progression to the semifinals continues.
