Switzerland take on Argentina today in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a coveted semifinal berth on the line.
The match is scheduled for Saturday, July 11, at 9 p.m. ET at Kansas City Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
Since this is a knockout-stage match, Switzerland cannot advance with a draw after regulation. If the teams are level after 90 minutes, the match will continue until a winner is decided.
What Happens if Switzerland Beat Argentina?
If Switzerland defeat Argentina, they will advance to the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Switzerland would face the winner of the England vs. Norway quarterfinal in the semifinals on Wednesday, July 15, at 3 p.m. ET.
A victory would send Switzerland to the final four of the tournament and keep their hopes of winning a first FIFA World Cup title alive.
Switzerland reached the quarterfinals after defeating Colombia in a penalty shootout following a scoreless draw in the Round of 16.
What Happens if Switzerland and Argentina Are Tied?
If Switzerland and Argentina are tied after 90 minutes, the match will go to extra time.
Extra time consists of two 15-minute halves. If neither team scores the decisive goal during those 30 minutes, the quarterfinal will be decided by a penalty shootout.
The winner of the shootout advances to the semifinals, while the losing team is eliminated.
There are no replay matches in the FIFA World Cup knockout stage.
What Happens if Switzerland Lose to Argentina?
If Switzerland lose to Argentina, they will be eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Argentina would advance to the semifinals to play the winner of England vs. Norway.
A quarterfinal defeat would end Switzerland’s tournament, as only the teams that lose in the semifinals qualify for the third-place match.
Switzerland vs Argentina Quarterfinal Scenarios
The possible outcomes are straightforward:
- Switzerland win: Switzerland advance to the semifinals.
- The match is tied after 90 minutes: The game goes to extra time and, if necessary, penalties.
- Switzerland lose: Switzerland are eliminated from the World Cup.
- Argentina win: Argentina advance to face the winner of England vs. Norway.
Who Would Switzerland Play Next?
If Switzerland advance, they will meet either England or Norway in the semifinals.
That match is scheduled for July 15 at 3 p.m. ET, with the winner earning a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on July 19.
Switzerland vs Argentina Match Details
Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026
Time: 9 p.m. ET
Round: Quarterfinals
Venue: Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri
Next opponent for the winner: England or Norway
Final Word
Switzerland must defeat Argentina—whether in regulation, extra time, or a penalty shootout—to reach the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
If Switzerland win, they will face either England or Norway with a place in the final at stake. If they lose, their World Cup campaign comes to an end. Should the match be tied after 90 minutes, extra time and, if needed, penalties will determine which nation advances.