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Argentina beat 10-man Switzerland in extra time to set up England semi-final clash

Argentina set up a blockbuster FIFA World Cup (WC) semi-final with England after a stunning extra-time strike from Julian Alvarez helped them to a 3-1 victory over Switzerland, moving La Seleccion a step closer to becoming the first side since Brazil in 1962 to retain the WC trophy.

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Jude Bellingham double leads England to semi-finals over Norway after extra time

England reached their first FIFA World Cup (WC) semi-final outside of Europe by coming from a goal down to beat Norway 2-1 AET, bringing Landslaget’s best performance at a major tournament to a close and setting up a showdown with Argentina or Switzerland.

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Argentina World Cup captain Rattin dead at age 89

Antonio Rattin, one of Argentina's greatest midfielders who played at the 1962 ⁠and 1966 World Cups and spent his entire club career with Boca Juniors, died on Saturday at the age ‌of 89, the Argentine club said.

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'The Swiss Messi': Amdouni preparing to face off with his idol in quarter-finals

On Saturday in Kansas City, Switzerland will take on Argentina in the World Cup quarter-finals. For Zeki Amdouni, this historic clash has a special flavour, as the Geneva-born forward is about to cross paths with Lionel Messi, the player who inspired his career. It's a twist of fate for the man nicknamed the 'Swiss Messi' because of his playing style.

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World Cup LIVE: Argentina and England to meet in Atlanta after quarter-final wins

The World Cup quarter-finals conclude today as England face last-eight debutants Norway before the world champions Argentina take on Switzerland overnight. Make sure you follow all the drama with us as a fascinating day unfolds!

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Lionel Scaloni wants Argentina to take 'never say die' attitude ahead of Switzerland clash

Lionel Scaloni said he wants his Argentina team to be remembered as a side that "never gives up" as he prepares them to face Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals on Saturday.

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Switzerland coach Yakin confirms star man Manzambi won't be fit for Argentina game

Switzerland will be without leading scorer Johan Manzambi for Saturday's World Cup quarter-final against Argentina, coach Murat Yakin said ⁠on Friday, dealing a blow to the Swiss as they prepare to face the reigning champions in Kansas City.

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EXCLUSIVE: Ex-Switzerland player Vega says they can beat Argentina but worried about refereeing

There are those who have Messi, those who have Ronaldo, and those who lack standout superstars to rely on but can count on a weapon that, in a tournament like the World Cup, often proves decisive, perhaps even more than a top player: experience. This is the lens through which Ramon Vega, the former Swiss defender known for his time at Cagliari, Tottenham, and Celtic, invites us to view the Switzerland vs Argentina World Cup quarter-final in this exclusive interview.

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France & Morocco kicking off World Cup quarter-finals, Argentina out to continue Houdini act

France take on Morocco on Thursday in a blockbuster World Cup quarter-final showdown as the largest and most logistically complex edition of the footballing showpiece ever staged enters the home straight.

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FIFA refereeing chief Collina rejects claims of bias in Argentina's win over Egypt

FIFA refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina defended the officiating in Argentina's 3-2 victory over Egypt ⁠in the World Cup round of 16, dismissing allegations of bias and saying match officials operated with complete independence.

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Egypt file complaint against referee after controversial World Cup loss to Argentina

The Egyptian football federation said on Wednesday it had asked for the officiating team that handled the Pharaohs' 3-2 last-16 loss to Argentina to be thrown out of the World Cup.

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World Cup highlights: Argentina produce remarkable comeback as Swiss seal shootout win

Argentina's quest to become the first side since Brazil in 1962 to retain the World Cup continued on Tuesday, thanks to a remarkable comeback against Egypt, whilst Switzerland knocked out Colombia on penalties.

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Egypt coach Hassan blasts refereeing and turns back on World Cup after 'unjust' defeat

Egypt coach Hossam Hassan will not be watching any more of the ⁠World Cup, he said on Tuesday, blaming refereeing errors for his country's heartbreaking elimination from the tournament at the hands of Argentina.

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Lionel Scaloni admits tears flowed after Argentina stormed back to down Egypt

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said he was overcome with emotion after ⁠his side's 3-2 win over Egypt on Tuesday, shedding tears alongside Lionel Messi after the defending champions recovered from two ‌goals down to reach the World Cup quarter-finals.

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'Phenomenal group': Messi-inspired Argentina relish moment after legendary comeback win

Lionel Messi led a stunning late fightback as Argentina defeated Egypt 3-2 to reach the World Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday, the reigning champions recovering from a two-goal deficit to escape a monumental upset.

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How Argentina came back from the dead against Egypt to win all-time World Cup classic

A quarter-final tie against either Switzerland or Colombia was the prize for the winners of the Argentina v Egypt Round of 16 game, and pre-match hype centred, unsurprisingly, around Lionel Messi and Mo Salah.

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Argentina mount astonishing late comeback to break Egypt hearts and reach quarter-finals

Lionel Messi inspired Argentina back from the brink against Egypt, notching a late goal and assist as his side fought from two goals down to win 3-2 and advance to the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup (WC).

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World Cup LIVE: Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties, Argentina win classic

The Round of 16 concludes this evening. Holders Argentina headlined the early kick-off by beating Egypt after a sensational comeback, after which Switzerland and Colombia capped off the round in a match almost impossible to call. Follow all the action live with Flashscore as a fascinating day at the World Cup unfolds.

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Why Mo Salah and Egypt could find it difficult to topple Lionel Messi's Argentina

Much of the focus of the Argentina v Egypt World Cup Round of 16 clash is likely to be centred on how influential Lionel Messi and Mohamed Salah will be for their respective countries.

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How Lisandro Martinez has become essential for Lionel Scaloni's Argentina

After considering retirement, the Manchester United center-back arrived at the World Cup with the right enthusiasm. That enthusiasm allowed him to surpass Otamendi in the pecking order and play a decisive role in the win over Cape Verde.

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Egypt coach makes Palestine appeal to keep political spotlight back on World Cup

Political tensions surrounding the World Cup deepened on Monday when Egypt coach Hossam ⁠Hassan used an official FIFA press conference to appeal for support for Palestinians ahead of his side's last-16 meeting with Argentina.

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River Plate reportedly agree deal to sign Thiago Almada from Atletico Madrid

Argentina forward Thiago Almada ⁠will leave Atletico Madrid to join River Plate, a ‌source at the Argentine club told ‌Reuters on Monday.

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Argentina wary of another tough challenge from Egypt in last 16

Argentina expect another tough challenge in their last-16 ⁠clash with Egypt after needing extra time to beat Cape Verde 3-2, ‌with players warning there are no easy matches ‌left in the World Cup.

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World Cup highlights: Cape Verde lose thriller to Argentina as Egypt earn landmark win

Reigning world champions Argentina held off a determined Cape Verde to seal their place in the last 16, while Colombia and Egypt battled through tight games against Ghana and Australia, respectively, on what was another thrilling day at the 2026 World Cup.