Argentina had a night of terror and glory in Kansas City. They suffered, struggled, but in the end celebrated. With a 3-1 win over Switzerland in extra time, the Albiceleste reached the World Cup semifinals and will now face none other than England. A classic of history, a duel that promises to be heart-stopping.
The match started in the best possible way for the Argentines. Within minutes, Alexis Mac Allister appeared to make it 1-0 and unleash madness in the stands. But what seemed like a straightforward affair turned into a nightmare. The team dropped back, sat deep, and Switzerland took advantage to grow into the game. In the second half, Dan Ndoye equalized with a shot that slipped under Dibu Martínez’s legs. The goalkeeper, who had made a good save from Xhaka earlier, couldn’t keep it out this time.
The game changed when Swiss striker Breel Embolo received a second yellow card for diving. With a man advantage, Scaloni made changes: he brought on Lautaro Martínez, Nicolás González, Gonzalo Montiel, and Thiago Almada. Argentina dominated possession but came up against a Swiss defense as tight as a fist. Messi tried a right-footed shot that went close to the post, Lisandro Martínez had another chance from a corner, but Kobel, the Swiss goalkeeper, kept them out and sent the game to extra time.
In the first half of extra time, Almada came close with a shot from outside the box, and Switzerland responded with one from Xhaka. But in the second half of extra time, the breakthrough came. Julián Álvarez unleashed a missile into the top corner to make it 2-1. A stunning goal that sparked wild celebrations. With Switzerland forced to push forward, Argentina sealed the game with a lethal counterattack finished by Lautaro Martínez for the final 3-1.
Now, the team prepares for a semifinal duel that promises to be historic: Argentina vs. England. Two powerhouses of world football, two teams with a rivalry that transcends sport. The match will be played in Atlanta, and Argentines are already dreaming of the final.
The head-to-head record between Argentina and Switzerland favors the Albiceleste: they have never lost in seven meetings, with five wins and two draws. The most memorable encounter was at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, when Ángel Di María scored the winning goal in extra time. But that memory is now history. The focus is on England.
The match is scheduled for Saturday, July 11 at 10 p.m. Argentine time at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. It will be broadcast on DSports, Paramount+, TyC Sports, Disney+ Premium, TV Pública, Flow, TyC Sports Play, and Telefe. The other semifinal, between Norway and England, will be played the same day at 6 p.m. at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
Argentina suffered, but they are alive. And now, to dream of the match of a lifetime against England.
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Para mí estos pibes tienen unos huevos enormes. Suiza nos bailó pero Argentina es Argentina carajo. Mac Allister, Julián, Lautaro: así se juega con la celeste y blanca. Los suizos llorando como siempre. Ahora a pasarle el trapo a Inglaterra que inventaron el fútbol y no saben ni patear un penal. Dale campeón esto es nuestro.
Para mí esto es cine, loco. Argentina sufriendo como siempre, pero estos pibes tienen huevos. Suiza? Unos muertos del sistema. Mac Allister, Julián, Lautaro: cracks del pueblo. Inglaterra tiembla, que vengan los piratas coloniales, les rompemos el culo. Vamos Argentina carajo!