Argentina goal! Julián Alvarez wins World Cup quarterfinal vs Switzerland
Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinal match held in Kansas City. Julián Alvarez and Lautaro Martínez scored for Argentina, securing a semifinal spot against England.
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Hear this story Argentina went ahead of Switzerland late in extra time on Saturday, as Julián Alvarez scored one of the best goals of the World Cup.
Alvarez found the net in the 112th minute in Kansas City, breaking a 1-1 deadlock in the World Cup quarterfinal.
The Atlético Madrid forward collected a pass on the edge of the area and rifled a right-footed shot into the top corner, giving Swiss goalkeeper Gregor Kobel no chance.
With 10-man Switzerland chasing a late equalizer, Argentina found an insurance goal through Lautaro Martínez in the 121st minute to wrap up a 3-1 win.
Argentina will move on to face England in the semifinal on Wednesday, July 15 in Atlanta.
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