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Argentina advances to the World Cup semifinals after a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Switzerland, setting up a clash with England.
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The brief
Argentina has defeated Switzerland 3-1 to secure a place in the World Cup semifinals. The match was decided late by a 112th-minute goal from Alvarez.
Coverage from Al Jazeera, AP News, FOX Sports, and The Washington Post highlights a mixed performance for Lionel Messi, whose personal scoring streak ended despite providing an assist. FOX Sports characterized the victory as a "close call." Argentina is now scheduled to face England in the semifinals.
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Quick answers
What was the final score of the Argentina vs. Switzerland match?
Argentina won 3-1.
Who scored the decisive goal for Argentina?
Alvarez scored in the 112th minute.
Who will Argentina face in the semifinals?
Argentina will play England.
Coverage (4)
- Argentina defeat Switzerland to set up World Cup semifinal with England Al Jazeera · 1d ago
- Lionel Messi’s World Cup scoring streak ends, but his assist sparks Argentina’s win over Switzerland AP News · 1d ago
- Ugly Wins Still Count: 4 Takeaways From Argentina's Latest Close Call vs. Switzerland FOX Sports · 1d ago
- Alvarez’s 112th-minute goal helps lift Argentina past Switzerland 3-1 and into World Cup semifinals The Washington Post · 1d ago
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