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Kansas City: Argentina beats Switzerland in extra time

PUBLISHED Jul 12, 2026, 6:05 AM ET

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Argentina advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals on Sunday afternoon with a 3-1 extra-time win over Switzerland at a sold-out Kansas City Stadium. Alexis Mac Allister opened the scoring in the 28th minute, finishing a precise pass from captain Lionel Messi, whose playmaking remained influential despite his World Cup scoring streak ending. Switzerland, appearing in a World Cup quarterfinal for the first time in 70 years, equalized in the 64th minute through Dan Ndoye. A straight red card to Breel Embolo in the 78th minute left Switzerland with 10 men before extra-time goals from Julián Álvarez and Lautaro Martínez secured Argentina’s victory.

By Daniel Hayes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

2026 World Cup Switzerland reaches quarterfinals first time
First half Mac Allister scores from Messi assist
64th minute Ndoye scores Swiss equalizer
78th minute Embolo shown straight red card
End of regulation match level at 1-1
Early extra time Álvarez restores Argentina lead
Later extra time Martínez adds decisive third goal
After final whistle Argentina secures semifinal place

News Intelligence

If you're a soccer fan, this game was a thrilling display of skill and strategy. Argentina's victory shows the importance of teamwork, with Messi's assist and the extra-time goals. For Switzerland, reaching the quarterfinals after 70 years is a significant achievement. It's a reminder that perseverance pays off.