Alvarez scores as Argentina edges Switzerland 3-1 in World Cup quarters

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Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Alvarez scores as Argentina edges Switzerland 3-1 in World Cup quarters
Summary

Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 in the World Cup quarter-finals during extra time on July 12. Julian Alvarez scored the decisive goal in the 112th minute, giving Argentina a boost after Switzerland's Breel Embolo was sent off in the second half. Prior to this match, Argentina had faced tough contests, including a 3-2 win over Cape Verde and a late comeback victory against Egypt. Next, Argentina will face England in the semi-finals on July 15.

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  • Alvarez’s goal came in the 112th minute against Switzerland.
  • Embolo received a second yellow card prior to Argentina's breakthrough.
  • Argentina previously won 3-2 against Cape Verde and Egypt.
  • They will meet England in the semi-finals on July 15.
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Julian Alvarez said "you have to know how to suffer" after Argentina came through yet another gruelling World Cup test to beat 10-man Switzerland 3-1 in the quarter-finals following extra-time on Saturday.The win follows a gruelling 3-2 victory against Cape Verde in extra-time in the last 32 and an astonishing late comeback to beat Egypt for another 3-2 win.

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