The last quarterfinal of the 2026 World Cup is here, and it includes the defending champions.
Argentina will face Switzerland tonight, July 11, in Kansas City.
It took a huge comeback to get here, as Argentina went down 1-0 early in their Round of 16 match against Egypt. Egypt scored again, and with just 11 minutes left in regulation time, Argentina scored. It was the first of three unanswered goals scored. Lionel Messi had the equalizing goal and Enzo Fernández buried the game-winner two minutes into stoppage time.
Switzerland also had a bumpy road to the quarterfinals. Scoreless after full time in the Round of 16 against Colombia, the match went into extra time. After extra time, the match was still tied 0-0, and Switzerland eventually won in a penalty shootout in which they scored four goals to Colombia’s three.
Argentina vs. Switzerland: what to know
- What: FIFA World Cup 2026, Quarterfinals
- When: July 11, 9 p.m. ET
- Where: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City, Missouri)
- Channel: FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish)
- Streaming: DIRECTV (try it free)
Today’s winner will travel to Atlanta to face off with either Norway or England in a July 15 semifinal.
Here’s everything you need to know about Argentina vs. Switzerland at the 2026 World Cup.
Argentina vs. Switzerland start time
The Argentina vs. Switzerland quarterfinal is scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. ET tonight, July 11.
How to watch Argentina vs. Switzerland for free
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More coverage on the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Argentina World Cup results
| Opponent | Result |
|---|---|
| Algeria (World Cup – Group J) | Argentina 3, Algeria 0 |
| Austria (World Cup – Group J) | Argentina 2, Austria 0 |
| Jordan (World Cup – Group J) | Argentina 3, Jordan 1 |
| Cape Verde (World Cup – Round of 32) | Argentina 3, Cape Verde 2 |
| Egypt (World Cup – Round of 16) | Argentina 3, Egypt 2 |
Switzerland World Cup results
| Opponent | Result |
|---|---|
| Qatar (World Cup – Group B) | 1-1 draw |
| Bosnia-Herzegovina (World Cup – Group B) | Switzerland 4, Bosnia-Herzegovina 1 |
| Canada (World Cup – Group B) | Switzerland 2, Canada 1 |
| Algeria (World Cup – Round of 32) | Switzerland 2, Algeria 0 |
| Colombia (World Cup – Round of 16) | 0-0 draw, Switzerland advances 4-3 on penalty kicks |
Argentina World Cup roster
Goalkeepers:
- Juan Musso
- Gerónimo Rulli
- Emiliano Martínez
Defenders:
- Nicolás Tagliafico
- Gonzalo Montiel
- Lisandro Martínez
- Cristian Romero
- Nicolás Otamendi
- Facundo Medina
- Nahuel Molina
Midfielders:
- Lenandro Parades
- Rodrigo De Paul
- Valentín Barco
- Giovani Lo Celso
- Exequiel Palacios
- Thiago Almada
- Alexis Mac Allister
- Enzo Fernández
Forwards:
- Julián Álvarez
- Lionel Messi (captain)
- Nico González
- Giuliano Simeone
- Nico Paz
- José Manuel López
- Lautaro Martínez
Switzerland World Cup roster
Goalkeepers:
- Gregor Kobel
- Yvon Mvogo
- Marvin Keller
Defenders:
- Miro Muheim
- Silvan Widmer
- Nico Elvedi
- Manuel Akanji
- Eray Cömert
- Aurèle Amenda
- Luca Jaquez
Midfielders:
- Denis Zakaria
- Remo Freuler
- Johan Manzambi
- Granit Xhaka (captain)
- Ardon Jashari
- Djibril Sow
- Christian Fassnacht
- Rubén Vargas
- Michel Aebischer
- Fabian Rieder
Forwards:
- Breel Embolo
- Dan Ndoye
- Noah Okafor
- Zeki Amdouni
- Cedric Itten
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