Argentina advances to World Cup semifinals with 3-1 win over Switzerland
Key facts
- •Julian Alvarez scored the winning goal in the 112th minute
- •Alexis Mac Allister scored off a corner kick from Lionel Messi
- •Lautaro Martinez added a goal in extra time
- •Breel Embolo was sent off with a second yellow card after a video review
Argentina has advanced to the World Cup semifinals after defeating Switzerland 3-1. Julian Alvarez scored the winning goal in the 112th minute. The team will play England on Wednesday in Atlanta.
By the numbers
Game Details
The match was played in Kansas City, Mo., on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Alexis Mac Allister also scored for Argentina, with an assist from Lionel Messi. Lautaro Martinez added another goal in extra time.
Turning Point
The game's momentum shifted in the second half after a call that led to Switzerland's Breel Embolo being sent off with a second yellow card. Leandro Paredes was initially shown a yellow card for a tackle on Embolo, but video review showed Embolo fell before contact was made, resulting in the mistaken identity protocol being applied.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by NPR World.
