• Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra time in the World Cup quarterfinals.
• Julian Alvarez scored a stunning long-range goal to give Argentina the lead in extra time.
• Breel Embolo was controversially sent off for Switzerland, impacting the match's outcome.
• Argentina will face England in the semifinals, adding historical rivalry to the upcoming match.
• This victory extends Argentina's unbeaten streak to 12 World Cup matches.

Argentina secured a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Switzerland after extra time in their World Cup quarterfinal match, setting up a clash against England. The match took place at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, with Argentina’s Alexis Mac Allister scoring the opener in the 10th minute from a corner provided by Lionel Messi, marking Messi's milestone of 10 assists across six World Cups, and showcasing Argentina's attacking prowess from the start, according to Al Jazeera, SCMP, and Le Monde.

After an intense match where Switzerland equalized in the 67th minute with a goal from Dan Ndoye, the game turned contentious when Breel Embolo received a second yellow card for simulation, giving Argentina a critical advantage. The decision was reviewed using VAR, leading to confusion and controversy surrounding the refereeing, as noted by all sources. This turning point allowed Argentina to control the game more effectively in extra time, according to Al Jazeera, SCMP, and Le Monde.

Julian Alvarez sealed Argentina's victory with a stunning goal from distance in the 112th minute, which was celebrated by the entire squad. Shortly after, Lautaro Martinez added a third goal in injury time, confirming Argentina's place in the semifinals. The match highlighted Argentina's resilience and their objective to become the first nation since Brazil in 1962 to defend the World Cup title successfully, according to Al Jazeera, SCMP, and Le Monde.

The upcoming semifinal against England, set for Wednesday in Atlanta, is particularly significant due to the longstanding historical rivalry between the two nations, which will surely add to the match's intensity. England also advanced to this stage after overcoming Norway, further intensifying the competitive atmosphere expected in the next match, according to Al Jazeera, SCMP, and Le Monde.