Argentina’s Quarterfinal Clash vs Switzerland

When and Where? Argentina vs Switzerland

The match kicks off at 8 p.m. CT on Saturday, July 11, at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. Both nations arrive on the brink of knockout‑stage tension after dramatic wins earlier in the tournament. Argentina’s recent heroics against Egypt and Switzerland’s nail‑biting penalty triumph over Colombia set the stage for an intense face‑off.

Argentina’s Comeback Narrative

Argentina needed a late resurgence to advance past Egypt, falling behind 2‑0 before Cristian Romero’s 79th‑minute strike sparked a turnaround. Messi opened his account in the 83rd minute, and Enzo Fernández sealed the victory with a goal in the 92nd to send the Albiceleste through. The win highlighted the squad’s resilience and Messi’s ability to deliver when the tournament is on the line.

Switzerland’s Penalty Drama

Switzerland escaped elimination against Colombia by winning 4‑3 on penalties after a goalless 120 minutes of regulation and extra time. Goalkeeper Gregor Kobel was pivotal in the shootout, saving several attempts to secure the spot. Their dramatic win continues a tournament pattern where late‑match pressure often produces unexpected heroics.

Broadcasting and Streaming Details

Every World Cup match is available exclusively on Fox, Telemundo and FS1 in the United States. Fans can stream the quarterfinal on Fubo (with a free trial), the Fox One App, or Peacock in Spanish. The 8 p.m. CT kickoff makes it a prime‑time fixture for American audiences.

Betting Odds and Predictions

As of Thursday, July 9, BetMGM lists Argentina as the favorite at -145, with a tie priced at +260. The odds also include Norway at +425, reflecting broader market interest in this round of play. Analysts expect Argentina’s experienced lineup to maintain its advantage while Switzerland looks to upset expectations.

Predicted Starting Lineups

• Argentina (4‑3‑3): Emiliano Martínez; Nahuel Molina, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martínez, Nicolás Tagliafico; Leandro Paredes, Alexis Mac Allister, Enzo Fernández; Lionel Messi; Julián Álvarez.
• Switzerland (4‑2‑3‑1): Gregor Kobel; Ricardo Rodríguez, Manuel Akanji, Nico Elvedi, Denis Zakaria; Ardon Jashari, Granit Xhaka, Remo Freuler; Dan Ndoye, Breel Embolo, Fabian Rieder.

Quarterfinal Schedule Recap

The day’s double‑header features Norway versus England at 4 p.m. CT followed by Argentina versus Switzerland at 8 p.m. CT. Both matches mark a new stage in the tournament, with Argentina gunning for a third consecutive World Cup title. Fans can catch the full lineup of knockout games live on the designated broadcast platforms.