Switzerland beats Argentina in extra time.
Argentina won a penalty shootout against Switzerland to advance to the World Cup semi-finals. Breel Embolo received a red card during the match. Julián Alvarez scored the winning goal in extra time.
The match between Argentina and Switzerland was very close. Switzerland played with only ten players after Breel Embolo received a red card. Argentina scored a goal after a VAR review and a penalty decision. Julián Alvarez scored the decisive goal in extra time. This victory allowed Argentina to continue their campaign to win the World Cup.
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Highlights
Embolo Received Red Card
Breel Embolo received a red card against Switzerland, changing the game's momentum.
Argentina Won on Penalties
Argentina won a penalty shootout against Switzerland to advance to the semi-finals.
Alvarez Scored Decisive Goal
Julián Alvarez scored the goal that secured Argentina's semi-final spot.
Switzerland Played with Ten Men
Switzerland played with ten players due to a red card issued to Embolo.
VAR Controversy Existed
VAR decisions led to a controversial penalty and a late goal for Argentina.
Perspectives
- Argentina won the quarterfinal match against Switzerland.
- The match went to extra time and then a penalty shootout.
- Breel Embolo received a red card for Argentina.
- Julián Alvarez scored the winning goal for Argentina.
NU.nl, Der Standard, New say the VAR decisions were controversial and influenced the outcome.
NU.nl, Der Standard, New
NRK, Der Standard, FAZ say there were no issues with the VAR system.
NRK, Der Standard, FAZ
NU.nl, Der Standard, New describe Argentina’s victory as reliant on VAR intervention.
NU.nl, Der Standard, New
NRK, ANNA, FAZ state Argentina played well and deserved the win.
NRK, ANSA, FAZ