Messi and Argentina survive another close call to reach the World Cup semifinals
Argentina advances to the 2026 World Cup semifinals following an extra-time victory over Switzerland.
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The brief
Argentina defeated Switzerland to secure a position in the World Cup semifinals. The match proceeded into extra time before a goal from Julián Álvarez decided the outcome. Reuters reports the final score as 3-1.
Coverage from Yahoo Sports, Al Jazeera, ESPN, Reuters, and NPR highlights the narrow nature of the victory. Reports focus on the team's advancement and the upcoming matchup against England, which overcame a broadcast controversy during its own quarterfinal. Attention now shifts to the semifinal round.
Coverage does not yet specify the exact start time or location for the Argentina-England contest.
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Quick answers
Who did Argentina defeat to reach the semifinals?
Argentina defeated Switzerland.
Who will Argentina play in the next round?
Argentina will play England in the semifinals.
How was the match decided?
The match was decided during extra time following a goal by Julián Álvarez.
Coverage (5)
- World Cup QF Drama: Argentina Beats Swiss, England Overcomes Norway Cable Controversy & Semis Preview Yahoo Sports · 5h ago
- Argentina beat Switzerland to set up World Cup 2026 semifinal with England Al Jazeera · 5h ago
- Julián Álvarez extra time screamer fires Argentina into semifinals ESPN · 5h ago
- Argentina beat Swiss 3-1 after extra time to reach World Cup semi-finals Reuters · 5h ago
- Messi and Argentina survive another close call to reach the World Cup semifinals NPR · 5h ago
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