Defending champions Argentina booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals with a thrilling 3-1 extra-time victory over Switzerland, setting up a blockbuster last-four clash against England. 

After surviving a tough test against Egypt in the Round of 16, Lionel Scaloni's men needed another hard-fought display to move within two wins of retaining the World Cup title, a feat last achieved by Brazil in 1962.