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Alex Mott·11 July 2026
FIFA World Cup 26™: What to look out for in Argentina v Switzerland 🇦🇷🇨🇭

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Alex Mott·11 July 2026

The fourth and final FIFA World Cup 26™ quarter-final sees the defending champions take on one of Europe's most resilient tournament teams as Argentina face Switzerland for a place in the last four.
This is everything you need to know about this showdown at Kansas City Stadium.
Argentina booked their place in the quarter-finals after surviving a major scare against Egypt, eventually coming through 3-2 in a thrilling Round of 16 encounter.
Lionel Scaloni's side once again showed the mentality that has defined them over recent years, recovering from difficult moments to keep their dream of back-to-back World Cup™ titles alive. With Lionel Messi continuing to inspire a hugely talented squad, the reigning champions remain one of the favourites to lift the trophy.
Switzerland progressed in dramatic fashion after edging past Colombia on penalties following a goalless draw.
Murat Yakin's side produced another disciplined defensive display before holding their nerve in the shootout, highlighting the organisation and resilience that have become hallmarks of this team. They are now through to their first World Cup™ quarter-final since 1954.

For Argentina, Lionel Messi continues to prove why he is one of the greatest players in football history.
The captain remains the heartbeat of the world champions and proved that with a Creativity Score of 7.83 in the FIFA Power Rankings - powered by Aramco in their win over Egypt last time out.
Alongside him, Enzo Fernández has been a constant threat with his intelligent movement and relentless work rate.
The Chelsea man secured an Attacking Score of 8.05 in the victory against the Egyptians.
For Switzerland, Manuel Akanji will be crucial at the heart of the defence.
The experienced centre-back has led one of the tournament's most organised back lines and earned a Defending Score of 7.35 in the win over Algeria.
Further forward, Breel Embolo provides Switzerland's biggest attacking threat.
His pace, power and ability to stretch defences make him the player most likely to trouble Argentina and will hope to claim a similar Attacking Score (8.01) to the one he earned against Algeria.
Pure emotion from the Argentina players after their dramatic win over Egypt.







































