Argentina Beat Switzerland to Reach World Cup Semi-finals Again

KANAS CITY: (Sports Desk) – Defending champions Argentina secured their place in the FIFA World Cup semi-finals after defeating Switzerland 3-1 following extra time in a dramatic quarter-final in Kansas City.

Argentina made a strong start, taking the lead in the 10th minute when Alexis Mac Allister headed home from a Lionel Messi corner. Switzerland fought back in the second half, with Dan Ndoye scoring the equalizer in the 67th minute to send the match into extra time after neither side could find a winner in regulation.

The turning point came when Switzerland were reduced to 10 players after Breel Embolo received a second yellow card for simulation following a VAR review under the tournament’s mistaken identity protocol. The decision sparked controversy but stood after review.

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Argentina eventually capitalized on their numerical advantage as Julián Álvarez restored the lead with a stunning strike in the 112th minute. Lautaro Martínez added a third goal in stoppage time of extra time to seal a 3-1 victory and book Argentina’s place in the last four.

The reigning world champions will now face England in a highly anticipated semi-final as they continue their bid to successfully defend the FIFA World Cup title.