Argentina Advances to Semifinals After Dramatic World Cup Win

Argentina secured a spot in the World Cup semifinals following a 3-1 victory over Switzerland on Saturday in Kansas City. The match, decided late in extra time, featured a decisive performance from forward Julián Alvarez.

With the score level at 1-1, Alvarez broke the deadlock in the 112th minute. The Fox Corporation broadcast captured the moment Alvarez received a pass outside the penalty area and struck a right-footed shot into the top corner, leaving the Swiss goalkeeper with no save. Argentina extended its lead in the closing moments when Lautaro Martínez scored an insurance goal in the 121st minute, sealing the win while Switzerland played with 10 men.

Argentina will now face England in the semifinal scheduled for Wednesday, July 15 in Atlanta. The tournament coverage in the United States continues to be a significant driver for media broadcasters. Fox Corporation is currently airing the matches across its networks, including FOX and FS1. The stock was up 2.51% in recent trading, reflecting market activity amidst the major sporting event.

The 2026 tournament is the largest in World Cup history, featuring 48 teams and matches hosted across 16 cities in three countries.

What to watch

• Argentina vs. England semifinal match on July 15 in Atlanta.
• Continued viewership numbers for English and Spanish-language broadcasts.

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