Argentina survived another grueling knockout game at the 2026 World Cup, outlasting an undermanned Switzerland side in extra time to walk away with a 3–1 victory in the quarterfinals.
La Albiceleste nearly saw its title defense ended by Cabo Verde in the round of 32 and then again by Egypt in the round of 16. It was clear from the early stages on Saturday night Lionel Scaloni’s men had no desire to test fate for the third consecutive game.