Alvarez's 112th-minute goal helps lift Argentina past Switzerland 3-1 and into World Cup semifinals
Summary
Julian Alvarez scored a 112th-minute goal to send Argentina past Switzerland 3-1 into the World Cup semifinals, where they will face England. Lautaro Martinez and Alexis Mac Allister also scored for Argentina, while Switzerland played most of the second half with ten men after a controversial red card.
Key Points
- Julian Alvarez scored in the 112th minute to help Argentina defeat Switzerland 3-1 and reach the World Cup semifinals.
- Alexis Mac Allister and Lautaro Martinez also scored for Argentina in the quarterfinal match.
- Switzerland's Breel Embolo was sent off after a video review overturned his yellow card to a red, forcing Switzerland to play with 10 men.
- Argentina will play England in the World Cup semifinals; Messi's scoring streak ended but he continues aiming for a second World Cup title.
