Argentina Complete Dramatic Comeback as Switzerland Reach FIFA World Cup Quarter-finals

The FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final line-up is officially complete after Argentina and Switzerland secured the final two places in the last eight following dramatic Round of 16 victories.

Argentina produced a remarkable second-half comeback to eliminate Egypt, while Switzerland held their nerve in a tense penalty shootout against Colombia.

Argentina Fight Back to Beat Egypt

Defending champions Argentina recovered from a two-goal deficit to defeat Egypt 3-2 and book their place in the quarter-finals.

Lionel Messi once again proved the difference, scoring his eighth goal of the tournament as Argentina completed an impressive second-half turnaround to keep their World Cup title defence alive.

Switzerland Win Penalty Shootout

Switzerland and Colombia could not be separated after 120 minutes of football at BC Place in Vancouver, with the match ending 0-0 after both regular time and extra time.

The Swiss kept their composure during the penalty shootout, edging Colombia 4-3 to secure the final quarter-final berth.

Quarter-final Fixture Confirmed

Argentina will now face Switzerland in the quarter-finals on Saturday, 11 July, at Arrowhead Stadium.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter-final Schedule (SAST)

Thursday, 9 July

• 22:00 – France vs Morocco
• Venue: Boston Stadium, Foxborough

Friday, 10 July

• 21:00 – Spain vs Belgium
• Venue: Los Angeles Stadium, Inglewood

Saturday, 11 July

• 23:00 – Norway vs England
• Venue: Miami Stadium, Miami Gardens

Sunday, 12 July

• 03:00 – Argentina vs Switzerland
• Venue: Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City

The Road to the Final

The winners of France and Morocco will meet either Spain or Belgium in the first semi-final on Tuesday, 14 July.

The second semi-final, scheduled for Wednesday, 15 July, will see the winner of Norway versus England face either Argentina or Switzerland.

With just eight teams remaining, the race to lift the FIFA World Cup trophy enters its decisive stage.

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