Julian Alvarez stunner sets up World Cup semi-final with England

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleMessi: England semifinal game will be "a special match"Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 in extra time to secure their place in the World Cup semi-finals against England. Julian Alvarez scored a spectacular goal in extra time, breaking the deadlock after Switzerland had equalised and were subsequently reduced to 10 men. Switzerland's Breel Embolo received a red card for diving following a VAR review, a decision that significantly altered the course of the match. Despite the victory, Argentina's performance was described as uninspired, highlighting their reliance on individual moments of brilliance and their tendency to make progress challenging. Lautaro Martinez sealed the win with a third goal in the 121st minute, ensuring Argentina's progression to their second consecutive World Cup semi-final. In fullArgentina survive World Cup scare after Julian Alvarez screamer but these major flaws offer England hope in grudge matchMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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