World Cup 2026: Argentina reach semi-finals after extra-time battle with 10-man Switzerland

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World Cup 2026: Argentina reach semi-finals after extra-time battle with 10-man Switzerland
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Argentina booked their place in the semi-finals with a dramatic 3-1 extra-time victory over Switzerland in the quarter-finals, with the Nati's numerical disadvantage ultimately proving decisive. Despite Embolo's dismissal reducing Switzerland to ten men, the Alpine underdogs fought valiantly before Argentina's greater experience and depth secured passage to the final four.

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