Argentina to Face Switzerland in World Cup Quarter-final

The FIFA World Cup round of 16 concluded with Switzerland securing the final quarter-final berth after defeating Colombia in a dramatic penalty shootout. The result completed the last-eight line-up and confirmed defending champions Argentina's next opponents.
Lionel Messi's Argentina will take on Switzerland in the quarter-final on Sunday, July 12, at 7:00 am Bangladesh time at Kansas City Stadium.
Argentina have been in outstanding form throughout the tournament. After finishing top of Group J, La Albiceleste edged Cape Verde 3-2 in the round of 32 before overcoming Egypt by the same scoreline in another thrilling knockout encounter to book their place in the quarter-finals.
Joining Argentina in the last eight are France, Spain, England, Norway, Morocco, Belgium and Switzerland.
According to the tournament bracket, if Argentina defeat Switzerland, they will face either England or Norway in the semi-finals. Meanwhile, a meeting with Kylian Mbappe's France or European champions Spain cannot take place before the final, raising the prospect of a blockbuster Argentina-France or Argentina-Spain showdown in the title match.
Several major contenders have already exited the tournament, including five-time champions Brazil, Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal, Paraguay, and the three host nations—Canada, Mexico and the United States.
Switzerland, who have reached the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in 72 years, will be looking to script more history. Argentina, led by Messi, will aim to move one step closer to defending their world title by securing a place in the semi-finals. The answer will come on July 12 in Kansas City.

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