Argentina vs Switzerland, World Cup 2026: Alvarez, Martinez drag ARG into semifinals vs ENG - Action in Images

Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 after extra time to reach the World Cup semi-finals, where Lionel Messi and the holders will face England.

Updated on: Jul 12, 2026 10:05 AM IST

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Lautaro Martinez scored the third for Argentina in the 121st minute as they went through to the semifnals, ready to take on England. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

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Julian Alvarez scored a brilliant goal to give Argentina the lead in the extra time. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

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Embolo received a second yellow in the 72nd minute, and that meant he was shown the red card. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)

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Ndoye equalised for Switzerland bringing them right back in the match. (Getty Images via AFP)

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Alexis Mac Allister opened the scoring for Argentina in the 10th minute of the match. (Getty Images via AFP)