Argentina booked a spot in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a tight 2-1 result against the Netherlands. The match was staged in Switzerland, where the Argentine squad fended off heavy pressing from the Netherlands. Two strikes sealed the victory even with the late push from Dutch players. During the match, moments on the pitch drew attention as Imer Poblete saw a red card, leaving fans in shock. Lionel Messi also clashed with referees during play, adding fire to an already intense night.
Off the pitch, sources suggest that FIFA does not foresee another giant-killing story like the one pulled off by teams during the 2022 tournament, with officials mentioning to the prior case of Morocco's run. The mood around the build-up carried echoes of that memorable story, though many believe Argentina seems set to go all the way this time. Swiss fans were left unhappy at some of the referee's calls, with the red card standing out as crucial moment. From here, the squad will concentrate on the next challenge, which offers another intense battle.