Argentina vs Switzerland Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Defending champs ARG reach semifinals after beating SUI 3-1

Argentina vs Switzerland Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 to reach the World Cup semi-finals and book a blockbuster showdown against England next.

Argentina vs Switzerland Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Defending champs ARG reach semifinals after beating SUI 3-1 (REUTERS)

Argentina vs Switzerland Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra time to book a World Cup semi-final against England. Alexis Mac Allister headed Lionel Messi’s corner into the net in the 10th minute, but Dan Ndoye equalised for Switzerland midway through the second half. Breel Embolo’s dismissal left the Swiss playing with 10 men, yet they forced the contest into extra time. Argentina eventually broke their resistance when Julian Alvarez struck brilliantly in the 112th minute, before Lautaro Martinez sealed the victory in stoppage time. The defending champions were made to suffer again, but their superior attacking depth carried them through another dramatic knockout contest.

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• 12 Jul 2026, 09:34:09 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi behind Mbappe in Golden Boot race

  Argentina vs Switzerland Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi remains level with Kylian Mbappe on eight goals at the top of the World Cup Golden Boot race, but the French captain holds the advantage through assists. Erling Haaland finishes on seven after Norway’s elimination, while England’s Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane are both on six. Messi and Mbappe now have semi-finals to strengthen their claims before a potential final showdown.

• 12 Jul 2026, 09:30:37 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina survive Switzerland scare

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina were pushed deep into extra time before defeating Switzerland 3-1 and sealing a place in the World Cup semi-finals. The defending champions struggled to break down a disciplined Swiss side, but their superior quality finally told when the pressure peaked. Lionel Messi remains within touching distance of another final, with England now standing between Argentina and a chance to defend their crown.

• 12 Jul 2026, 09:16:15 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina go through

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: There is the final whistle, and Argentina go through to the semis.

  ARG - 3:1 - SUI (FT) (ET)

• 12 Jul 2026, 09:12:47 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: GOAL!!!!!

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Switzerland committed for the goal and there was the break. Lautaro Martinez takes the rebound and there is goal, that seals it.

  ARG -3:1 - SUI (120+1')

• 12 Jul 2026, 09:10:28 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi running in!!!

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: BREAK!!! And the ball is with Messi. Takes the shot with his left foot from the edge of the box, but deflected away for a corner.

  ARG - 2:1 - SUI (119')

• 12 Jul 2026, 09:09:13 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Switzerland trying, but time running out

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Switzerland are giving their best. But time is running out for them.

  ARG - 2:1 - SUI (119')

• 12 Jul 2026, 09:03:56 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: GOAL!!!!!

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: GOAAAAAALLLLL!!!!! There is the breakthrough!!!!! And there, Argentina probably goes into the semis. Julian Alvarez delivers. What a shot from the left. Brilliant!!!!

  ARG - 2:1 - SUI (112')

• 12 Jul 2026, 09:01:52 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: CROSSS!!!! Kobel present

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Cross from the right. But Kobel catches it.

  ARG - 1:1 - SUI (111')

• 12 Jul 2026, 08:58:48 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Switzerland!!!! Nothing off it

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Free kick!!! Great delivery!!!!! But Martinez saves it.

  ARG - 1:1 - SUI (108')

• 12 Jul 2026, 08:52:33 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Half time in extra time

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: That is the end of the first 15 minutes. Still the deadlock stands.

  ARG -1:1 - SUI (HT) (ET)

• 12 Jul 2026, 08:48:55 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina hovering around the Swiss box

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Pass after pass and Argentina are trying to break the Swiss resolution. But it stands tall. OH!!! Freekick!!! Golden chance for Messi….

  ARG -1:1 - SUI (103')

• 12 Jul 2026, 08:44:13 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina on the move

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina coming ahead from the goal kick. Passed from the right. OH!!!! A bit too heavy, that first touch.

  ARG - 1:1 - SUI (98')

• 12 Jul 2026, 08:41:46 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: SHOT!!!

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Almada from the net!!!!! That takes the side netting. Once again very close.

  ARG - 1:1 - SUI (96')

• 12 Jul 2026, 08:39:19 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: SHOT AGAIN!!!

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Alvarez and Almada combine. Shot taken. Into the hands of Kobel.

  ARG - 1:1 - SUI (93')

• 12 Jul 2026, 08:37:44 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: CHANCEEE!!!! Missed!!

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Ball in the box!!!! Shot but deflected away. Huge chance goes begging!!!

  ARG - 1:1 - SUI (92')

• 12 Jul 2026, 08:36:42 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: The extra time gets on the way

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina start the extra time. And we are away. 30 more minutes to determine a winner before this moves into the penalties.

• 12 Jul 2026, 08:31:41 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: And that is the end of regulation time

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: That match has ended. It is going into extra time.

  ARG - 1:1 - SUI (FT)

• 12 Jul 2026, 08:29:01 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina looking for the late winner

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina trying hard, pushing for that late winner. But the game is moving towards extra time.

  ARG - 1:1 - SUI (90+7')

• 12 Jul 2026, 08:26:30 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Five minutes before extra time

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Nine minutes of additional time were given, four of them are already gone.

• 12 Jul 2026, 08:24:25 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi!!!! OH!!!

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi takes the shot from outside the box, which curls in but just wide!!!! JUST!!!!!

  ARG - 1:1 - SUI (90+3')

• 12 Jul 2026, 08:21:56 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: CHANCE!!!!

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Chance for Mac Allister, but the header is wide. That was quite close!!!

  ARG - 1:1 - SUI (89')

• 12 Jul 2026, 08:16:09 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina have not pushed on as expected

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Since Switzerland has gone down a man, it was expected that Argentina would up the ante. But it has not yet arrived.

  ARG - 1:1 - SUI (82')

• 12 Jul 2026, 08:11:49 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: CHANCE!!!!

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Lofted through pass from the centre. But the Swiss goalkeeper runs in and takes control of the ball.

  ARG - 1:1 - SUI (80')

• 12 Jul 2026, 08:06:23 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Game opens up for Argentina

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: That was unfortunate, but whatever happened was perfectly within the law. The loss of the man will now open up the game for Argentina. This match will now completely change complexion.

  ARG - 1:1 - SUI (75')

• 12 Jul 2026, 08:03:27 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: OH!!! Embolo on the verge of a red card

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: There was no contact from Paredes, but Embolo dived. He is on a yellow; he could get the second one, and this could be a red. This could be a huge turning point. Yellow card give, that is a red. Switzerland down to 10 men

  ARG - 1:1 SUI (70')

• 12 Jul 2026, 07:59:23 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: GOAL!!!

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Cross from the left. Ndoye taps that in!!!! THERE IS THE EQUALISER!!!!!

  ARG - 1:1 - SUI (66')

• 12 Jul 2026, 07:52:16 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Switzerland trying hard

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina are playing the tough game here. Despite less possession, they are keeping control of the game.

  ARG - 1:0 - SUI (60')

• 12 Jul 2026, 07:43:59 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: ALVAREZ!!!!!! Saved

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Shot from a distance, and the goalkeeper deflects it away. Very, very close!!!!

  ARG - 1:0 - SUI

• 12 Jul 2026, 07:42:52 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: HUGE CHANCEEE!!!!

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Embolo passes it and one vs one. Martinez saves that. OH!!!! The flag is up. Switzerland need to show better positional sense here.

  ARG - 1:0 - SUI (49')

• 12 Jul 2026, 07:40:02 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Switzerland trying to make a comeback

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Switzerland are immediately looking for the equaliser. But that final pass is still missing. They need to use the physical advantage of Embolo over the Argentinian central backs.

  ARG - 1:0 - SUI (49')

• 12 Jul 2026, 07:35:56 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: So, we are back

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: The players walk out of the tunnel. We are back, all set for the action to begin again.

  ARG - 1:0 - SUI (45')

• 12 Jul 2026, 07:20:50 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Half-time

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: There is the whistle, and that is the half-time in this quarter-final. Argentina go in at 1-0.

  ARG - 1:0 - SUI (HT)

• 12 Jul 2026, 07:15:29 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Embolo follows up

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: This is now becoming a physical battle. Embolo comes in from the behind and takes down de Paul. A Yellow Card was shown to him.

  ARG - 1:0 - SUI (44')

• 12 Jul 2026, 07:14:38 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina trying to be aggressive

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Paredes's tackling from behind. With Argentina leading, there is not much need to do those tackles.

  ARG - 1:0 - SUI (42')

• 12 Jul 2026, 07:11:41 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: ARG preserving themselves

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: It seems the Argentine team is preserving itself. They are not running or pushing hard. This is called game management, and they are doing it nicely.

  ARG - 1:0 - SUI (39')

• 12 Jul 2026, 07:05:46 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Switzerland pushing hard

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Xhaka is playing the central role in the moves for Switzerland and they are trying their best to equalise here, but the Argentinian defence holds.

  ARG - 1:0 - SUI (35')

• 12 Jul 2026, 07:03:49 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Switzerland on the move!!!!!!

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Through pass and Embolo through on goal. Emiliano Martinez to the rescue. What a brilliant move!!!! The lead could have been wiped out there, but the defending champions survive.

  ARG - 1:0 - SUI (30')

• 12 Jul 2026, 06:59:19 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Switzerland struggling for rhythm

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina look in control of the proceedings. While Switzerland are taking the ball to the final third, the final ball has been missing.

  ARH - 1:0 - SUI (29')

• 12 Jul 2026, 06:54:38 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: A pause in the game

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: The game has come to a standstill. Argentina are looking to solidify its position, and they have defended well. Switzerland are still looking for a big chance to wipe out the lead.

  ARG - 1:0 - SUI (22')

• 12 Jul 2026, 06:47:24 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi on the move

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Move down the right and Messi at the centre of it. Push from behind. Attack breaks down. Argentina are playing a much more attacking football now.

  ARG -1:0 - SUI (16')

• 12 Jul 2026, 06:42:00 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: GOAL!!!!

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Corner and what a delivery from Lionel Messi. He delivers it from the left, Mac Allister heads it in. Argentina lead.

  ARG - 1:0 - SUI (10')

• 12 Jul 2026, 06:40:07 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Corner for ARG

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi from the right. Pass to Mac Alister. Shot taken but deflected away for a corner.

  ARG - 0:0 - SUI (9')

• 12 Jul 2026, 06:38:45 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Switzerland fighting hard

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Xhaka with the short but wayward. Switzerland are not letting Argentina settle. They are showing that they have turned up ready for the defending champions.

  ARG - 0:0 - SUI (8')

• 12 Jul 2026, 06:34:04 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: ARG trying to solidify possession

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina are trying to impose themselves on the game. They are trying to keep more possession and overwhelm the Swiss.

  ARG - 0:0 0 SUI (3')

• 12 Jul 2026, 06:31:37 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Kickoff

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: So, here we go. Switzerland get the game going.

• 12 Jul 2026, 06:23:28 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Time for the national anthems

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: So, here we go, the two teams are out in the pitch. Time for the National Anthems of the two teams. We will get going immediately after this.

• 12 Jul 2026, 05:56:51 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina and Switzerland confirm starting line-ups

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026:

  Argentina (4-1-3-2): Emiliano Martínez; Nicolás Tagliafico, Lisandro Martínez, Cristian Romero, Nahuel Molina; Leandro Paredes; Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister, Rodrigo de Paul; Julián Álvarez, Lionel Messi

  Switzerland (4-2-3-1): Gregor Kobel; Deniz Zakaria, Nico Elvedi, Manuel Akani, Ricardo Rodriguez; Remo Freuler, Granit Xhaka; Dan Ndoye, Djibril Sow, Fabian Rieder, Breel Embolo

• 12 Jul 2026, 05:53:23 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi level with Mbappe in Golden Boot race

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi enters the quarter-final level with France's Kylian Mbappe at the top of the Golden Boot race, with both players scoring eight goals. Mbappe currently holds the advantage through his three assists, while Messi has one. With Erling Haaland eliminated after finishing on seven, another goal tonight could send the Argentina clear on the summit.

• 12 Jul 2026, 05:50:17 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi one win away from another World Cup semi-final

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi stands just one victory away from leading Argentina into another World Cup semi-final. The captain has again carried the creative burden through a demanding knockout campaign, producing decisive moments when his team have looked vulnerable. Switzerland's compact defence will test his patience, but one touch, pass or finish from Messi could once again change the entire direction of Argentina's tournament.

• 12 Jul 2026, 05:24:12 AM IST

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: ARG and SUI battle for the final semi-final spot

  Argentina vs Switzerland LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: The final place in the World Cup semi-finals is up for grabs as Argentina face Switzerland in Kansas City. Lionel Scaloni's defending champions have been pushed hard in both knockout matches, while Switzerland arrive with confidence after eliminating Colombia on penalties. Argentina remain favourties, but their defensive vulnerabilities offer the Swiss real hope of producing a historic upset tonight.