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Argentina defeats Switzerland to reach World Cup semifinal versus England

Argentina eliminated Switzerland 3–1 after extra time in the World Cup quarter‑finals held in Kansas City, United States. Alexis Mac Allister opened the scoring in the 10th minute from a Lionel Messi corner. Dan Ndoye equalised for Switzerland in the 67th minute. In extra time Julián Álvarez put Argentina ahead in the 112th minute, and Lautaro Martínez sealed the win with a late goal in the 120+1 minute.

Swiss striker Breel Embolo received a second yellow card for simulation after a VAR review, reducing Switzerland to ten men and prompting criticism from coach Murat Yakin, who called the rule “unacceptable” and said it “destroyed our game.” The decision sparked debate among fans and commentators about the application of VAR and the potential suspension of Argentina’s Lautaro Martínez for celebrating while on a yellow card.

With the victory, Argentina advances to a semi‑final against England, scheduled for July 15 in Atlanta, while Switzerland’s historic run ends at the quarter‑final stage.

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