Argentina and Switzerland Compete in FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter-Final

Kathmandu. The much-anticipated competition between defending champions Argentina and Switzerland has begun for a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals. The match started at 6:45 AM Nepali time at Kansas City Stadium in America.

The winner of this match will compete against England in the semi-finals. England has already secured its place in the final four.

Argentina's captain Lionel Messi is in the starting eleven. Messi, who is in the race for the Golden Boot, is expected to deliver another excellent performance.

Argentina, which made a sensational comeback from a 2-0 deficit against Egypt in the Round of 16, is preparing to face another tough challenge in its second consecutive knockout match. Although the team's attack has been impressive, analysts have advised caution against Switzerland, citing a weak defense.

On the other hand, Switzerland, which reached the World Cup quarter-finals after 72 years by defeating Colombia in a penalty shootout, has entered the field with the aim of making history. The Swiss team, led by experienced captain Granit Xhaka, is known for its strong defensive performance.

Football analysts predict a tough competition for Argentina. Most believe that Messi will play a decisive role in taking Argentina to the final four.