Argentina overcame 10-man Switzerland 3-1 after extra time in the World Cup 2026 quarter-finals in Kansas City, setting up a semi-final showdown with England.
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Key facts
- Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 after extra time in the quarter-finals.
- The match was played in Kansas City.
- Switzerland finished the game with 10 men.
- Argentina scored twice in extra time to secure the win.
- The victory sets up a semi-final against England on Wednesday.
Argentina booked their place in the World Cup 2026 semi-finals with a 3-1 extra-time victory over Switzerland in Kansas City, according to the BBC. The result sets up a last-four clash with England, which is scheduled for Wednesday.
The tie required extra time to separate the two sides. According to the BBC, Argentina scored twice in the additional period to pull away from a Switzerland team reduced to 10 men, ultimately winning 3-1.
Al Jazeera also reported that Argentina needed extra time to see off Switzerland 3-1 in the quarter-finals, confirming that the win sets up a showdown with England on Wednesday.
England secured their own passage to the semi-final by beating Norway, according to the Guardian’s live coverage of the quarter-finals. The Guardian noted the resulting England-Argentina fixture as the tournament’s quarter-finals concluded.
The Guardian’s rolling coverage indicated that both Norway and Switzerland were left frustrated following their quarter-final exits, as the two eliminated sides reacted to the outcome of the concluding matches.
With the bracket now set, attention turns to the Argentina versus England semi-final on Wednesday, pairing two of the tournament’s remaining contenders.
Why it matters
A World Cup semi-final between Argentina and England carries significant sporting and historical weight given the two nations' long football rivalry. The outcome will determine which side moves a step closer to the final of the 2026 tournament.
Frequently asked questions
What was the score in the Argentina vs Switzerland match?
Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 after extra time, according to the BBC and Al Jazeera.
Who will Argentina play in the semi-final?
Argentina will face England in the semi-final, which is scheduled for Wednesday.
Where was the quarter-final played?
The match was played in Kansas City, according to the BBC.
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BBC Sport: Argentina set up a World Cup semi-final with England after scoring twice in extra-time to beat 10-man Switzerland 3-1 in Kansas City.
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