Lionel Messi, Argentina march on to World Cup semifinals
Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 in extra time to advance to the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals. The team will face England in Atlanta for a spot in the final.
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Copy URL Share on Facebook Share on X Argentina advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals after defeating Switzerland, 3-1 , in extra time during the quarterfinals Saturday night at Kansas City Stadium.
The defending World Cup champions will meet England in Atlanta on Wednesday for the right to take on either France or Spain in the World Cup final next Sunday.
Lionel Messi extended a World Cup record with his 10th career assist in the competition when Alexis Mac Allister headed the Inter Miami star's corner kick inside the far post to put Argentina in front early.
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