Argentina advances to World Cup semifinals after extra-time win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 5:52 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Argentina secured a place in the World Cup semifinals with a 3-1 victory over Switzerland in extra time on July 12, 2026. The match, held in Kansas City, saw Argentina initially take the lead through Alexis Mac Allister's header, only for Switzerland to equalize through Dan Ndoye. A second red card for Switzerland shifted momentum back to Argentina, allowing Julián Álvarez to score the decisive goal. Despite facing challenges throughout the tournament, Argentina continues its quest to defend its title.
- •Argentina's win over Switzerland came in Kansas City on July 12, 2026.
- •The match went to extra time with Argentina leading 2-1.
- •Alexis Mac Allister opened the scoring early in the match.
- •Dan Ndoye equalized for Switzerland before a red card changed the game's dynamics.
- •Argentina faces England in the semifinals, highlighting a tougher challenge ahead.
- 5:52 AMYahoo Sports — Argentina keeps playing with fire. Will anyone at the World Cup make it burn?
"For the third match in a row, Argentina was pushed to the limit but once again advanced to the next round. Is a title defense feasible?
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