Argentina beats Switzerland 3-1 in extra time, advancing to World Cup semifinals
Summary
Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 in extra time to reach the World Cup semifinals. Julian Alvarez scored the winning goal in the 112th minute, and Argentina will face England next.Key Facts
- Julian Alvarez scored a long-range goal in extra time to send Argentina to the semifinals.
- Lautaro Martinez added a goal near the end of extra time to make the score 3-1.
- Alexis Mac Allister scored from a corner kick taken by Lionel Messi.
- Switzerland tied the game at 1-1 during regular time with a goal by Dan Ndoye.
- A controversial yellow card led to Switzerland playing with 10 men after Breel Embolo was sent off.
- The video assistant referee system was used to reverse a mistaken yellow card during the match.
- Argentina will play England, who beat Norway 2-1 in another quarterfinal match.
- Lionel Messi’s streak of scoring in nine World Cup games ended in this match.
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