Argentina’s defending champions are one win away from the World Cup 2026 semifinals, and coach Lionel Scaloni is projecting calm confidence ahead of Saturday’s quarterfinal against Switzerland.
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What’s happening on the pitch
Scaloni told reporters that Argentina arrives in strong condition for the Switzerland match, emphasizing the squad’s collective work ethic and mental readiness. He’s expected to keep largely the same lineup that ground out a 1-0 win over Egypt in the round of 16.
Argentina’s path through the bracket hasn’t been smooth sailing. The team has relied on comeback victories and tight defensive displays to advance, which is both a testament to their resilience and a reminder that this isn’t the same steamroller that cruised through parts of the 2022 tournament.
