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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Anna Loren

World Cup results: Switzerland and Argentina set up quarter-final clash

  • Switzerland defeated Colombia 4-3 in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw, advancing to the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 1954.
  • Meanwhile, Argentina secured a dramatic 3-2 comeback victory against Egypt in their last-16 match, overturning a 2-0 deficit with just 11 minutes remaining.
  • Cristian Romero initiated Argentina's comeback, followed by Lionel Messi's equaliser and Enzo Fernandez's winning header in injury time.
  • Messi made history during the match, becoming the first player to score in six consecutive World Cup knockout stage matches.
  • Switzerland and Argentina will now face off in the quarter-finals on 12 July.
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