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Lautaro Martinez scores late to propel Argentina into World Cup semi-finals

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Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Lautaro Martinez scores late to propel Argentina into World Cup semi-finals

Summary

Lautaro Martinez scored in the 121st minute to secure Argentina’s 3-1 victory over Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-final on July 11, 2026. Alexis Mac Allister opened the scoring for Argentina in the 10th minute, but Switzerland equalized through Dan Ndoye in the 67th minute. Julian Alvarez restored Argentina's lead in the second half of extra-time before Martinez sealed the win with his goal in injury time. Argentina has played 120 minutes in each of their three knockout matches at the tournament. They will face England in the semi-finals.

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By the Numbers

•Martinez scored in injury time to finalize a 3-1 win.
•Argentina initially led with a goal from Mac Allister.
•Switzerland equalized from Ndoye’s strike in the second half.
•Argentina will play England in the next round of the tournament.
•The match took place on July 11, 2026, at Kansas City Stadium.

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Inter captain Lautaro Martinez struck in the 121st minute of Argentina’s World Cup quarter-final against Switzerland in the early hours of Sunday morning to confirm his nation’s spot in the semis,...
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