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Julian Alvarez scored a breathtaking goal as Argentina battled past 10-man Switzerland 3-1 after extra-time on Saturday, setting up a mouthwatering World Cup semi-final against bitter rivals England.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is nearing its conclusion. The grand tournament, which began with a record 48 teams, is now down to its final four semi-finalists.

Switzerland striker Breel Embolo was sent off for a 'dive' against Argentina. The referee had no choice but to issue a yellow card due to the 'mistaken identity rule', amended right before the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Erling Haaland said Norway's World Cup performances had inspired a new generation despite the disappointment of a 2-1 quarter-final defeat to England after extra-time on Saturday.

Norway head coach Stale Solbakken fought back tears as he reflected on his team's memorable FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign after a 2-1 extra-time defeat to England.

The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has appointed former captain and legendary defender Paolo Maldini as its new Technical Director.

The Switzerland coach stopped short of saying Argentina was being favoured by World Cup referees. But he also did not hold back about an incident that he believes changed the complexion of Saturday night's match.

England captain Harry Kane said the Three Lions still have room for improvement despite reaching the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway.

The Prince and Princess of Wales congratulated England after the Three Lions came from behind to defeat Norway 2-1 after extra time and book their place in the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Lionel Messi was reportedly unhappy with the tone in which the referee, Joao Pedro Pinheiro, spoke to him during the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final clash against Switzerland.

Former Argentina international Antonio Rattin, regarded as one of the country's finest midfielders and a Boca Juniors legend, passed away on Saturday at the age of 89.

In its statement FIFA said the chip sensor technology -- used to disallow a goal in Croatia's knockout defeat to Portugal earlier in the tournament -- showed there was "no evidence" of the ball hitting the cable.

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Highlights: Argentina set up a FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final against England as Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez scored in extra time.

Switzerland's Breel Embolo was sent off after receiving a second yellow card for simulation. The decision was taken after yet another VAR intervention in an Argentina match at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

England manager Thomas Tuchel and midfielder Jude Bellingham had quite contrasting stands as the team edged Norway 2-1 to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinals.

With Norway leading 1-0, forward Alexander Sorloth refused to pass the ball to Erling Haaland. The decision didn't just cost the team its second goal of the game but also a potential spot in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal.

A video has now gone viral appearing to show that Orjan Nyland's goal kick had hit an overhead stadium camera cable in the lead-up to the equalizer.

Jude Bellingham was England's hero once more by scoring twice as the Three Lions came from behind to end Norway's historic run and reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals with a 2-1 win after extra-time.