Defending champions Argentina take on Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals, with a place in the last four on the line. Lionel Messi’s side are looking to keep their title defence alive, while Switzerland aim to reach the World Cup semi-finals for the first time in their history. The match will be played at Kansas City Stadium, Missouri, USA.
Match Details
- Match: Argentina vs Switzerland
- Tournament: FIFA World Cup 2026 – Quarter-final
- Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026
- Venue: Kansas City Stadium, Missouri, USA
- Kick-off: 9:00 PM EDT
- Nepal Time: 6:45 AM NPT (Sunday, July 12)
Argentina vs Switzerland Kick-off Time in Asian Countries
| Country | Kick-off Time |
|---|---|
| Nepal | 6:45 AM (July 12) |
| India | 6:30 AM (July 12) |
| Pakistan | 6:00 AM (July 12) |
| Bangladesh | 7:00 AM (July 12) |
| Sri Lanka | 6:30 AM (July 12) |
| Bhutan | 6:45 AM (July 12) |
| Myanmar | 7:00 AM (July 12) |
| Thailand | 8:00 AM (July 12) |
| Vietnam | 8:00 AM (July 12) |
| Indonesia (Jakarta) | 8:00 AM (July 12) |
| Malaysia | 9:00 AM (July 12) |
| Singapore | 9:00 AM (July 12) |
| Philippines | 9:00 AM (July 12) |
| China | 9:00 AM (July 12) |
| Japan | 10:00 AM (July 12) |
| South Korea | 10:00 AM (July 12) |
Team News
Argentina
Argentina survived a dramatic Round of 16 victory over Egypt and continue their title defence with Lionel Messi leading the attack. Lionel Scaloni has no major injury concerns, although defender Facundo Medina remains doubtful with a calf issue. Lautaro Martínez is expected to partner Messi in attack, while Emiliano Martínez keeps his place in goal.
Switzerland
Switzerland reached the quarter-finals after defeating Colombia on penalties but have suffered a major setback with Johan Manzambi, the team’s top scorer at the tournament, ruled out through a knee injury. Captain Granit Xhaka is fit and available, while Gregor Kobel is expected to continue in goal behind a defence led by Manuel Akanji.
Players to Watch
Argentina
- Lionel Messi
- Lautaro Martínez
- Enzo Fernández
- Alexis Mac Allister
Switzerland
- Granit Xhaka
- Manuel Akanji
- Breel Embolo
- Gregor Kobel
Predicted Lineups
Argentina (4-4-2):
Emiliano Martínez; Molina, Romero, Lisandro Martínez, Tagliafico; De Paul, Paredes, Enzo Fernández, Mac Allister; Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martínez.
Switzerland (4-3-3):
Gregor Kobel; Zakaria, Elvedi, Akanji, Rodríguez; Xhaka, Freuler, Jashari; Ndoye, Embolo, Vargas.
Prediction
Argentina have shown resilience throughout the knockout stage and possess the tournament’s most dangerous attacking duo in Lionel Messi and Lautaro Martínez. Switzerland’s disciplined defence could frustrate the defending champions, but the absence of Johan Manzambi reduces their attacking threat.
Prediction: Argentina 2-0 Switzerland.
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