Argentina vs Switzerland: World Cup quarterfinal – Messi, prediction, news
Summary
Argentina and Switzerland will play a quarterfinal match in the FIFA World Cup 2026 at Kansas City Stadium. Argentina, the defending champions led by Lionel Messi, face Switzerland, which reached the quarterfinals for the first time in 72 years.Key Facts
- The Argentina vs Switzerland match is scheduled for Saturday at 8pm local time (01:00 GMT on Sunday).
- Argentina won all their group stage games against Austria, Jordan, and Algeria.
- Argentina narrowly beat Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time and came from two goals behind to defeat Egypt 3-2 in the round of 16.
- Switzerland topped their group with two wins and one draw, then beat Algeria 2-0 and Colombia on penalties 4-3.
- This marks Switzerland’s first World Cup quarterfinal appearance since 1954.
- Argentina’s striker Lionel Messi, 39 years old, has scored in all five of Argentina’s matches and is second in the top scorer race with 8 goals.
- Switzerland’s coach Murat Yakin believes Argentina is beatable based on their recent performances.
- Argentina’s recent matches have been challenging, with controversies over refereeing decisions during their last matches.
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