FIFA World Cup

Photos: Argentina’s electrifying 3-1 extra time win over Switzerland in Kansas City

By Dominick Williams , Emily Curiel , Travis Heying and Alexa Stone
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) celebrates with teammates after they defeated Switzerland after the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) celebrates with teammates after they defeated Switzerland after the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Travis Heying The Wichita Eagle

Argentina was part of the beginning of Kansas City’s World Cup journey, and now they’ve closed it out, too, with an electrifying 3-1 win in extra time over Switzerland.

Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium was filled with blue-and-white striped jerseys. The Swiss red was clearly outmatched in the stands.

And by the game’s end ... on the field.

It was an electric and dramatic match that included Switzerland’s Breel Embolo being sent off following two yellow cards, putting the team a man down in the 72nd minute.

It was looking like the match might go to penalty kicks, until Argentina scored two decisive goals in extra time to win and send the defending World Cup champions to the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinal round. They will face fellow KC-based team England on Wednesday.

Relive Kansas City’s final World Cup match in photos:

Fans are hyped ahead of the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Fans are hyped ahead of the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina fans cheer on their team before their FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match against Switzerland at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina fans cheer on their team before their FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match against Switzerland at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Travis Heying The Wichita Eagle
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) warms up ahead of the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) warms up ahead of the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina fans cheer on their team before their FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match against Switzerland at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina fans cheer on their team before their FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match against Switzerland at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Travis Heying The Wichita Eagle
Swiss fans cheer for their national team before the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Swiss fans cheer for their national team before the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Swiss fans wave flags to show their support before the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Swiss fans wave flags to show their support before the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
A lone Swiss fan shows their team scarf in a sea of Argentina fans before the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
A lone Swiss fan shows their team scarf in a sea of Argentina fans before the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com
Switzerland midfielder Fabian Rieder (22) and Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes (5) go up for a header to get the ball the play at the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Switzerland midfielder Fabian Rieder (22) and Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes (5) go up for a header to get the ball the play at the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) celebrates with teammate Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister (20) and Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernández (24) after Messi kicked a corner that Mac Allister converted to a goal during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) celebrates with teammate Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister (20) and Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernández (24) after Messi kicked a corner that Mac Allister converted to a goal during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Travis Heying The Wichita Eagle
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) celebrates with teammate Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister (20) after Messi kicked a corner that Mac Allister converted to a goal during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) celebrates with teammate Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister (20) after Messi kicked a corner that Mac Allister converted to a goal during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Travis Heying The Wichita Eagle
Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister (20) celebrates after scoring the first goal of the match to put Argentina up 1-0 over Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister (20) celebrates after scoring the first goal of the match to put Argentina up 1-0 over Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) challenges two Switzerland players for the ball during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) challenges two Switzerland players for the ball during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Travis Heying The Wichita Eagle
Switzerland midfielder Denis Zakaria (6) argues against a call with the referee in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Switzerland midfielder Denis Zakaria (6) argues against a call with the referee in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Social media personality Gangster Granny is seen in the stands at the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Social media personality Gangster Granny is seen in the stands at the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Switzerland midfielder Denis Zakaria (6) and Argentina forward Julián Álvarez (9) get physical in the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Switzerland midfielder Denis Zakaria (6) and Argentina forward Julián Álvarez (9) get physical in the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina defender Lisandro Martínez (6) is pulled to the ground by Switzerland midfielder Djibril Sow (15) during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina defender Lisandro Martínez (6) is pulled to the ground by Switzerland midfielder Djibril Sow (15) during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Travis Heying The Wichita Eagle
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez (23) makes a save in the first half of the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez (23) makes a save in the first half of the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) dribbles the ball under the stadium lights at the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) dribbles the ball under the stadium lights at the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
eSwitzerland forward Breel Embolo (7) catches the leg of Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes (5). Embolo was called for a yellow card for the action in the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Switzerland forward Breel Embolo (7) catches the leg of Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes (5). Embolo was called for a yellow card for the action in the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez (23) slides out to stop the Switzerland attack in the first half of the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez (23) slides out to stop the Switzerland attack in the first half of the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com
Switzerland midfielder Fabian Rieder (22) kicks the ball down the pitch in the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Switzerland midfielder Fabian Rieder (22) kicks the ball down the pitch in the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez (23) makes a save following Switzerland forward Dan Ndoye (11)'s attempt on goal in the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez (23) makes a save following Switzerland forward Dan Ndoye (11)'s attempt on goal in the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Switzerland forward Dan Ndoye (11) celebrates after scoring a goal against Argentina during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Switzerland forward Dan Ndoye (11) celebrates after scoring a goal against Argentina during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Travis Heying The Wichita Eagle
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) in the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) in the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Switzerland forward Dan Ndoye (11) scores against Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez (23) during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Switzerland forward Dan Ndoye (11) scores against Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez (23) during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Travis Heying The Wichita Eagle
Switzerland forward Dan Ndoye (11) celebrates by mugging into a television camera after scoring a goal against Argentina during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Switzerland forward Dan Ndoye (11) celebrates by mugging into a television camera after scoring a goal against Argentina during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Travis Heying The Wichita Eagle
Switzerland players celebrates with Switzerland forward Dan Ndoye (11) after he scored a goal against Argentina during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Switzerland players celebrates with Switzerland forward Dan Ndoye (11) after he scored a goal against Argentina during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Travis Heying The Wichita Eagle
Switzerland forward Breel Embolo (7) pleads his case with the referee after picking up his second yellow card against Argentina during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Switzerland forward Breel Embolo (7) pleads his case with the referee after picking up his second yellow card against Argentina during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Travis Heying The Wichita Eagle
Swiss players argue with the official who penalizes Switzerland forward Breel Embolo (7) with his second yellow card of the match resulting in a red card and removing him from the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Swiss players argue with the official who penalizes Switzerland forward Breel Embolo (7) with his second yellow card of the match resulting in a red card and removing him from the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Emily Curiel
Switzerland midfielder Remo Freuler (8) has a heated exchange with the official following a VAR call that resulted in penalizing Switzerland forward Breel Embolo (7) with his second yellow card of the match resulting in a red card and removing him from the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Switzerland midfielder Remo Freuler (8) has a heated exchange with the official following a VAR call that resulted in penalizing Switzerland forward Breel Embolo (7) with his second yellow card of the match resulting in a red card and removing him from the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com
Argentina forward Julián Álvarez (9) runs around in celebration after scoring a goal in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Julián Álvarez (9) runs around in celebration after scoring a goal in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Switzerland midfielder Granit Xhaka (10) fights for the ball against Argentina defender Nicolás Tagliafico (3) in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Switzerland midfielder Granit Xhaka (10) fights for the ball against Argentina defender Nicolás Tagliafico (3) in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) and midfielder Thiago Almada (16) celebrate after forward Lautaro Martínez (22) scores a goal in overtime against Switzerland during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) and midfielder Thiago Almada (16) celebrate after forward Lautaro Martínez (22) scores a goal in overtime against Switzerland during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com
Switzerland midfielder Denis Zakaria (6) argues against a call with the referee in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Switzerland midfielder Denis Zakaria (6) argues against a call with the referee in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez (23) makes a save in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez (23) makes a save in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina midfielder Thiago Almada (16) celebrates after Argentina scores a goal in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina midfielder Thiago Almada (16) celebrates after Argentina scores a goal in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) kicks the ball during a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) kicks the ball during a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Switzerland defender Manuel Akanji (5) kicks a ball away from Argentina forward Julián Álvarez (9) in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Switzerland defender Manuel Akanji (5) kicks a ball away from Argentina forward Julián Álvarez (9) in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina forward Lautaro Martínez (22) jumps into the stands after scoring a goal in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lautaro Martínez (22) jumps into the stands after scoring a goal in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) stands in the center of the pitch during a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) stands in the center of the pitch during a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez (23) makes a save in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez (23) makes a save in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) and midfielder Thiago Almada (16) celebrate after forward Lautaro Martínez (22) scores a goal in overtime against Switzerland during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) and midfielder Thiago Almada (16) celebrate after forward Lautaro Martínez (22) scores a goal in overtime against Switzerland during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com
Switzerland goalkeeper Gregor Kobel (1) makes a save against Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10)'s attempt on goal in the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Switzerland goalkeeper Gregor Kobel (1) makes a save against Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10)'s attempt on goal in the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) makes a play for the ball surrounded by Swiss defenders in the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) makes a play for the ball surrounded by Swiss defenders in the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Switzerland forward Zeki Amdouni (23) and Argentina defender Lisandro Martínez (6) battle for possession of the ball during the second half of the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Switzerland forward Zeki Amdouni (23) and Argentina defender Lisandro Martínez (6) battle for possession of the ball during the second half of the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) loses possession of the ball to Switzerland midfielder Granit Xhaka (10) during the first half of the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) loses possession of the ball to Switzerland midfielder Granit Xhaka (10) during the first half of the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) kicks the ball in extra time during the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) kicks the ball in extra time during the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) falls on Switzerland forward Zeki Amdouni (23) in the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) falls on Switzerland forward Zeki Amdouni (23) in the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Players get tangled up during extra time of the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Players get tangled up during extra time of the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com
A fan with blue-and-white face paint is smiles during a FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match between Argentina and Switzerland at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
A fan with blue-and-white face paint is smiles during a FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match between Argentina and Switzerland at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com
Switzerland forward Dan Ndoye (11) shields the ball from Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes (5) during the second half of the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Switzerland forward Dan Ndoye (11) shields the ball from Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes (5) during the second half of the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez (23) makes a save during overtime against Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez (23) makes a save during overtime against Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) pushes off a Swiss defender as he tries to put his team ahead to win the match during extra time of the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) pushes off a Swiss defender as he tries to put his team ahead to win the match during extra time of the Argentina vs. Switzerland 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal football match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com
Argentina fans kiss in celebration after Argentina forward Julián Álvarez (9) scored a goal in extra time to put Argentina up 2-1 over Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina fans kiss in celebration after Argentina forward Julián Álvarez (9) scored a goal in extra time to put Argentina up 2-1 over Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Argentina won 3-1. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina forward Lautaro Martínez (22) celebrates in the stands after scoring a goal late in extra time to ensure Argentina's win over Switzerland during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lautaro Martínez (22) celebrates in the stands after scoring a goal late in extra time to ensure Argentina's win over Switzerland during the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Travis Heying The Wichita Eagle
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) celebrates with teammates after they defeated Switzerland after the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) celebrates with teammates after they defeated Switzerland after the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Travis Heying The Wichita Eagle
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) celebrates with teammates after Argentina's 3-1 overtime win over Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) celebrates with teammates after Argentina's 3-1 overtime win over Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com
Argentina celebrates after a win in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina celebrates after a win in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina midfielder Thiago Almada (16) drips water off his head in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina midfielder Thiago Almada (16) drips water off his head in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
A teary eyed fan sings after Argentina wins in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.a
A teary eyed fan sings after Argentina wins in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.a Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) smiles during a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) smiles during a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina fans celebrate after Argentina wins in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina fans celebrate after Argentina wins in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Motion blur shows Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) races upfield with the ball during overtime against Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Motion blur shows Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) races upfield with the ball during overtime against Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Emily Curiel ecuriel@kcstar.com
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) takes a shot at the goal in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) takes a shot at the goal in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Argentina celebrates after a win in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Argentina celebrates after a win in a 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match at Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com

This story was originally published July 11, 2026 at 11:16 PM.

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