Argentina face Switzerland today in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with a place in the semifinals at stake.
The match is scheduled for Saturday, July 11, at 9 p.m. ET at Kansas City Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
Because this is a World Cup knockout match, Argentina cannot simply earn a draw and move on. One team must advance, even if the game requires extra time or a penalty shootout.
What Happens if Argentina Beat Switzerland?
If Argentina defeat Switzerland, they will advance to the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Argentina would face the winner of the quarterfinal between England and Norway. That semifinal is scheduled for Wednesday, July 15, at 3 p.m. ET.
A victory would move Argentina within one win of reaching another World Cup final and continuing their pursuit of back-to-back championships.
Argentina reached the quarterfinals after defeating Egypt 3-2 in the Round of 16.
What Happens if Argentina and Switzerland Are Tied?
If Argentina and Switzerland are tied after 90 minutes, the match will go to extra time.
Extra time consists of two 15-minute periods, giving the teams an additional 30 minutes to determine a winner.
If the score remains tied after extra time, the match will be decided by a penalty shootout.
The team that wins the shootout will advance to the semifinals. The losing team will be eliminated.
There are no draws or replay matches during the World Cup knockout stage.
What Happens if Argentina Lose to Switzerland?
If Argentina lose to Switzerland, they will be eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Switzerland would advance to the semifinals and face the winner of England vs Norway.
Argentina would not move into the third-place match because that game is reserved for the two teams that lose in the semifinals.
A quarterfinal defeat would therefore immediately end Argentina’s tournament.
Argentina vs Switzerland Quarterfinal Scenario
The outcome is straightforward:
- Argentina win: Argentina advance to the semifinals.
- The match is tied after 90 minutes: The game goes to extra time and possibly penalties.
- Argentina lose: Argentina are eliminated from the World Cup.
- Switzerland win: Switzerland advance to face England or Norway.
Who Would Argentina Play Next?
If Argentina advance, their next opponent will be either England or Norway.
The semifinal is scheduled for July 15 at 3 p.m. ET. The winner of that match will advance to the World Cup final on July 19.
The losing semifinalist will play in the third-place match on July 18.
Argentina vs Switzerland Match Details
Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026
Time: 9 p.m. ET
Round: Quarterfinals
Venue: Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri
Next opponent: Winner of England vs Norway
Final Word
Argentina must defeat Switzerland, either in regulation, extra time or a penalty shootout, to remain alive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
A win sends Argentina into the semifinals against England or Norway. A loss ends their title defense immediately. If the match is tied after 90 minutes, the quarterfinal will continue until a winner is determined.