Argentina fans erupt as Messi's men reach World Cup semifinal

No Comment Video. Argentina fans erupt as Messi's men reach World Cup semifinal Copy/paste the link below: Copy/paste the article video embed link below: Updated: 12/07/2026 - 12:02 GMT+2 Argentina fans celebrate in Buenos Aires after a dramatic 3-1 extra-time win over ten-man Switzerland sends the defending champions into the World Cup semifinals. Footage from Buenos Aires, Argentina, filmed overnight on 11 and 12 July 2026, shows jubilant fans celebrating in the streets as Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 to reach the World Cup semifinals. For many fans, the victory followed a familiar pattern, with Argentina once again overcoming a difficult match before celebrating a place in the semi-finals. Supporters described the experience as tense but exhilarating. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Alexis Mac Allister headed Argentina ahead in the 10th minute from a Lionel Messi corner in Kansas City, before Dan Ndoye equalised for ten-man Switzerland in the 67th minute after Breel Embolo was sent off. Julian Alvarez struck a stunning winner in the 112th minute of extra time, and Lautaro Martinez added a third in the 121st to seal the 3-1 win. The defending champions extended their unbeaten World Cup run to 12 matches and will face England in the semifinal on Wednesday in Atlanta, with France and Spain meeting in the other last-four tie. World Cup 2026 Argentina Switzerland Lionel Messi Sport Top stories Now playing Next Argentina fans erupt as Messi's men reach World Cup semifinal Now playing Next War in Ukraine: Kyiv hit by Russian ballistic missiles and drone swarm, 10 injured Now playing Next Spain fans celebrate World Cup semi-final place after Belgium win Now playing Next Latest news bulletin | July 12th, 2026 – Morning Now playing Next Iran launches major attacks on Qatar, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait and others Now playing Next Latest news bulletin | July 11th, 2026 – Evening Now playing Next South Africa World Cup footballer Jayden Adams dies aged 25 Now playing Next Trump threatens to 'decimate' Iran, a day after saying talks back on Now playing Next Ukrainian drones hit southern Russian refineries and Azov port Now playing Next After oat milk, Europe turns to pea milk: the Greek scientist leading the way Now playing Next This Croatian island has a centuries-old way to beat the summer heat Now playing Next How NATO leaders reacted to Erdoğan's elaborate firearm gift Now playing Next Moldova's president nominates pro-European businessman Vasile Tofan for prime minister Now playing Next Eiffel Tower and other Paris landmarks to close early as another heatwave sweeps France Now playing Next Apple sues OpenAI over alleged theft of trade secrets - here's what to know Now playing Next Latest news bulletin | July 11th, 2026 – Midday ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT No Comment Spain: Nine injured in fourth San Fermín bull run in Pamplona No Comment Spain wildfire near Almeria kills 11 and sparks major evacuations No Comment Deadly fire at China shoe factory sparks Xi Jinping order for full probe No Comment Iran bids farewell to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei amid tensions with US USA Trump threatens to 'completely decimate' Iran, a day after claiming talks to take place Europe News Russian missile strikes on Kyiv injure at least 11 Lifestyle Famed Belgian fashion designer Martin Margiela auctions off personal archives Sport Spain score late winner to beat Belgium and set up clash with France Health news After oat milk, Europe turns to pea milk: the Greek scientist leading the way World News Japanese school teaches children how to stay safe around wild bears Europe News Ukrainian drone strikes hit southern Russian refineries and Azov port, officials say World News China achieves first-ever controlled rocket booster recovery ADVERTISEMENT The Europe Conversation Exclusive: ‘More grids, more electricity, less fossil fuels,’ energy leaders tell Euronews Europe News French government activates new 'extreme heat' Orsec plan as temperatures rise Focus How this country's faiths have coexisted for centuries Made in Europe Luxury paper made in Italy from waste : a way to reduce pressure on forests Europe News Majority of 12 victims of Spain wildfires believed to be foreigners, officials say The Cube From AI to greenlash: How is climate disinformation evolving? Travel News Travel to Europe continues to grow in 2026 with Greece, Italy and Malta leading the way Europe Today French economy minister on Spain's debt proposal: 'It's interesting' ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT