Argentina faces Switzerland in FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal matchup

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Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Argentina faces Switzerland in FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal matchup
Summary

Argentina and Switzerland meet in a quarterfinal match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on July 11, 2026, at 9:00 PM ET in Atlanta. Argentina qualified for this stage after a thrilling comeback win against Egypt, overcoming a 2-0 deficit to win 3-2. Switzerland reached the quarterfinals following a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Colombia, which marked their first appearance in this round since 1954. Both teams present unique strengths: Argentina with its star power, including Lionel Messi, and Switzerland known for its tactical discipline and resilience. The winner will advance to face either Norway or England in the semifinals.

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  • Argentina defeated Egypt 3-2 to reach quarterfinals
  • Switzerland advanced after defeating Colombia 4-3 on penalties
  • Match scheduled for July 11, 2026, at 9:00 PM ET
  • Winner will face Norway or England in the semifinals
  • Argentina has championship experience, while Switzerland is tactically strong
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Argentina and Switzerland meet Saturday in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal, with the winner moving on to face either Norway or England in the semifinals. MORE: How to live stream World Cup 2026 How to Watch Argentina vs Switzerland…

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