Alvarez's Extra-Time Stunner Sends Argentina to World Cup Semis Over Switzerland

Argentina has booked their place in the 2026 World Cup semi-finals, thanks to a moment of brilliance from Julian Alvarez in extra time. The forward unleashed an unstoppable shot in the 113th minute, breaking the deadlock against a resilient Switzerland side that had been reduced to ten men.

The match proved to be a tightly contested affair, with Argentina, the reigning champions, struggling to find their rhythm for large periods. Despite the numerical advantage for much of the second half, the Swiss defence held firm, forcing the game beyond regulation time.

Alvarez's decisive strike ultimately proved to be the difference, sending the Albiceleste crowd into raptures and setting up a star-studded semi-final clash. The victory, however, underscored that Argentina's path through the knockout stages has been far from straightforward.