Argentina advanced to the semifinals of the 2026 World Cup on Saturday after a 3-1 win over Switzerland in extra time. The defenders of the Argentine jersey secured their progress only in the final phase of the match and, according to available information, once again failed to convince with their performance, even though they managed to achieve the decisive result. Le Figaro ↗
The match was also accompanied by attention surrounding Lionel Messi, who became the best assist provider in the history of world championships. However, despite his historic record, Argentina appeared uncertain against Switzerland and only secured its progress after extra time. Reactions to its performance were divided, since the team, while continuing in the tournament, repeatedly finds itself in situations where it balances on the edge of elimination. France24 ↗
The Swiss team lost its chance to advance also after a moment involving Breel Embolo. His simulation was labeled as an incident that significantly harmed Switzerland in the match against Argentina. The exact impact of this situation on the course of the match is not elaborated further in the information provided. Le Figaro ↗
In the semifinals, Argentina will face England, which defeated Norway 2-1 in extra time in the quarterfinals. The English team was carried by Jude Bellingham, who scored two goals. The other semifinal pair consists of France and Spain, meaning the final phase of the tournament will bring clashes between four European and South American football powerhouses.
Argentina eliminates Switzerland and will face England
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Coupe du monde 2026 : Lionel Messi devient le meilleur passeur de l’histoire de la compétition
Le Figaro
| 11:42 12.07.
Coupe du monde 2026 : l'Angleterre renversante, l'Argentine passe sans briller
France24
| 11:35 12.07.
Coupe du monde 2026 : en vidéo, la simulation grotesque de Breel Embolo qui a sabordé la Suisse face à l’Argentine
Le Figaro
| 09:50 12.07.
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