2 hours ago
A judge has ruled that US musician D4vd will go on trial for murder over the death of a teenage girl.
The decision came after a five-day preliminary hearing, in which Los Angeles prosecutors questioned a dozen witnesses and displayed graphic photographic evidence as 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez's family watched on.
The star, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke, is accused of killing the girl, whose remains were found last September in a Tesla registered to his address.
Burke, 21, has pleaded not guilty to charges of murdering and ******* ually abusing her.
Burke is scheduled to be charged on 31 August. The trial is to start within 90 days of that date.
#d4vd #celeste #anthony
The decision came after a five-day preliminary hearing, in which Los Angeles prosecutors questioned a dozen witnesses and displayed graphic photographic evidence as 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez's family watched on.
The star, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke, is accused of killing the girl, whose remains were found last September in a Tesla registered to his address.
Burke, 21, has pleaded not guilty to charges of murdering and ******* ually abusing her.
Burke is scheduled to be charged on 31 August. The trial is to start within 90 days of that date.
#d4vd #celeste #anthony
5 days ago
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JULY 19: Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina reacts after the 0-1 loss during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Maja Hitij - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
For a decade, one player's genius bought the Albiceleste the world's affection. His exit leaves the rest of the team standing there without it.
One image did the rounds after the 2026 World Cup Final: eleven men turning their backs on the winners, rather than facing them as tradition and basic grace require.
On July 19, in a stadium in New Jersey, the defending world champions stood in a row and stared at the grass while Spain lifted the trophy a few feet away. Not one of them watched. Behind them, Leandro Paredes had already grabbed a Spanish player by the throat and, per Alan Shearer, "threw two or three haymakers" into someone's face. Enzo Fernández had been sent off before extra time even started. Nahuel Molina reportedly took a swing at Rodri. FIFA has since appointed a prosecutor. That image, far more than the 1-0 scoreline, is what most of the planet took home from this final.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JULY 19: Players scuffle after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)
#july
For a decade, one player's genius bought the Albiceleste the world's affection. His exit leaves the rest of the team standing there without it.
One image did the rounds after the 2026 World Cup Final: eleven men turning their backs on the winners, rather than facing them as tradition and basic grace require.
On July 19, in a stadium in New Jersey, the defending world champions stood in a row and stared at the grass while Spain lifted the trophy a few feet away. Not one of them watched. Behind them, Leandro Paredes had already grabbed a Spanish player by the throat and, per Alan Shearer, "threw two or three haymakers" into someone's face. Enzo Fernández had been sent off before extra time even started. Nahuel Molina reportedly took a swing at Rodri. FIFA has since appointed a prosecutor. That image, far more than the 1-0 scoreline, is what most of the planet took home from this final.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JULY 19: Players scuffle after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)
#july
5 days ago
Argentina joined Germany in holding one of the least desirable records in FIFA World Cup history after suffering a heartbreaking 1-0 defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final.
The narrow loss denied La Albiceleste a fourth world ****** le and meant they equalled Germany’s record of four defeats in World Cup finals. Having now reached the final on seven occasions, Argentina’s record stands at three victories and four defeats.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final proved to be a closely contested affair, with both nations looking to add another star to their famous footballing histories.
However, it was Spain who emerged victorious with a 1-0 win after extra time, claiming the biggest prize in world football and leaving Argentina to reflect on another painful final defeat.
Despite another impressive tournament run, Argentina were unable to find a way past a disciplined Spanish side and ultimately finished as runners-up.
#Argentina #final #germany
The narrow loss denied La Albiceleste a fourth world ****** le and meant they equalled Germany’s record of four defeats in World Cup finals. Having now reached the final on seven occasions, Argentina’s record stands at three victories and four defeats.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final proved to be a closely contested affair, with both nations looking to add another star to their famous footballing histories.
However, it was Spain who emerged victorious with a 1-0 win after extra time, claiming the biggest prize in world football and leaving Argentina to reflect on another painful final defeat.
Despite another impressive tournament run, Argentina were unable to find a way past a disciplined Spanish side and ultimately finished as runners-up.
#Argentina #final #germany
6 days ago
Argentina must have nine lives, right? Somehow, Argentina has found a way to survive at the last minute in just about every one of its 2026 FIFA World Cup matches. Yes, this style of play has had everyone on the edge of their seats. But how long can this style of play really last? So far, the drama has played superbly on TV (much to FOX and Telemundo's delight). But do the defending World Cup champions have one more in them to repeat yet again?
While Argentina, the Group J winner, has yet again reached the final, the road to Sunday's finale at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, hasn't been an easy one. Time and again, Argentina has been on the brink of elimination. Who will ever forget little-known Cape Verde nearly knocking off the defending champs when Argentina needed extra time in the Round of 32 before finally coming away with a 3-2 win.
The following round against Egypt in the Round of 16 welcomed ridicule against FIFA's officiating and conspiracy theories that the international football federation desperately wanted La Albiceleste to move on. The officiating was so suspicious that non-Argentina soccer fans started referring to Argentina simply as VARgentina, after VAR rulings lifted Argentina to a 3-2 win.
It seemed like Argentina's luck had finally run out in the quarterfinals against Switzerland, which came so, so close to forcing penalty kicks before Argentina bailed itself out in extra time — but only after Breel Embolo was given a red card. Pundits outside Argentina railed against the team because it barely survived against teams outside the top 15 world rankings. Those same pundits deduced that Argentina had finally met its match in the semifinal against an England team ranked fourth in the world.
England held a 1-0 lead and were merely minutes away from going to the final. But the Three Lions played it safe. Way too safe, some would argue, allowing Argentina to score two late goals to survive and advance.
#england #pundits
While Argentina, the Group J winner, has yet again reached the final, the road to Sunday's finale at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, hasn't been an easy one. Time and again, Argentina has been on the brink of elimination. Who will ever forget little-known Cape Verde nearly knocking off the defending champs when Argentina needed extra time in the Round of 32 before finally coming away with a 3-2 win.
The following round against Egypt in the Round of 16 welcomed ridicule against FIFA's officiating and conspiracy theories that the international football federation desperately wanted La Albiceleste to move on. The officiating was so suspicious that non-Argentina soccer fans started referring to Argentina simply as VARgentina, after VAR rulings lifted Argentina to a 3-2 win.
It seemed like Argentina's luck had finally run out in the quarterfinals against Switzerland, which came so, so close to forcing penalty kicks before Argentina bailed itself out in extra time — but only after Breel Embolo was given a red card. Pundits outside Argentina railed against the team because it barely survived against teams outside the top 15 world rankings. Those same pundits deduced that Argentina had finally met its match in the semifinal against an England team ranked fourth in the world.
England held a 1-0 lead and were merely minutes away from going to the final. But the Three Lions played it safe. Way too safe, some would argue, allowing Argentina to score two late goals to survive and advance.
#england #pundits
7 days ago
Lionel Messi has sent an emotional message to Argentina supporters following La Albiceleste's heartbreaking World Cup finale.
Messi's hopes of leading Argentina back-to-back World Cup ******* les ended with a painful 1-0 defeat to reigning European champions Spain in the final.
The defeat left Messi visibly emotional, with the eight-time Balon d'Or winner seen in tears after the final whistle as Argentina's dream came to an end.
The match itself was filled with drama both during and after the game.
Argentina put in a historically disappointing performance with Lionel Scaloni's troops unable to find their groove against a dominant Spanish side.
#spain
Messi's hopes of leading Argentina back-to-back World Cup ******* les ended with a painful 1-0 defeat to reigning European champions Spain in the final.
The defeat left Messi visibly emotional, with the eight-time Balon d'Or winner seen in tears after the final whistle as Argentina's dream came to an end.
The match itself was filled with drama both during and after the game.
Argentina put in a historically disappointing performance with Lionel Scaloni's troops unable to find their groove against a dominant Spanish side.
#spain
7 days ago
Singer-songwriter D4vd is set to appear in a Los Angeles courtroom on Tuesday as prosecutors aim to prove sufficient evidence exists for him to stand trial for the murder and ******* ual abuse of a minor, Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
The preliminary hearing is expected to conclude on Thursday. The proceeding follows several delays in the case, in part due to the voluminous amount of investigatory evidence.
Los Angeles county prosecutors accuse the musician, born David Anthony Burke, of stabbing Hernandez to death at his Los Angeles residence last April to silence her from divulging the ******* ual nature of their relationship as his career was burgeoning, according to court documents.
Prosecutors say they began a ******* ual relationship in November 2023, when Burke was 18 and Hernandez was 13.
Burke allegedly mutilated her deceased body, sawing her limbs with a chainsaw and amputating her ring finger, which had a tattoo of his name, before discarding her dismembered limbs in a Tesla, per court documents.
The preliminary hearing is expected to conclude on Thursday. The proceeding follows several delays in the case, in part due to the voluminous amount of investigatory evidence.
Los Angeles county prosecutors accuse the musician, born David Anthony Burke, of stabbing Hernandez to death at his Los Angeles residence last April to silence her from divulging the ******* ual nature of their relationship as his career was burgeoning, according to court documents.
Prosecutors say they began a ******* ual relationship in November 2023, when Burke was 18 and Hernandez was 13.
Burke allegedly mutilated her deceased body, sawing her limbs with a chainsaw and amputating her ring finger, which had a tattoo of his name, before discarding her dismembered limbs in a Tesla, per court documents.
13 days ago
ATLANTA — More ghosts loom over England-Argentina than a cemetery. These two nations don’t meet on the pitch very often, but when they do, the stories — and the ghosts — last for generations.
Ask a La Albiceleste fan of a certain age about El robo del siglo, the dubious offside call that helped cost Argentina the match against England in 1966, and get ready for a full-blast dose of South American fury about the theft of the century. Speak the words “The Hand of God” to an England fan in the wrong pub, and you might end up in a river. ****** , these two nations even fought an actual war, even if it was technically “undeclared” and lasted only a bit longer than this World Cup.
Point being, there’s history here, and ultras and casuals alike will be happy to discuss its nuances with you, at length and at volume.
The players and coaches who will meet on the pitch Wednesday afternoon with a World Cup final berth at stake, though … well, they aren’t saying anything.
“If a fixture provides … so many iconic moments, I think you cannot just say it’s just another football match, but as a coach, we do exactly that, focus on what we can influence,” said England manager Thomas Tuchel on Tuesday — or Match Day -1, in soccer parlance. “We don’t speak about the historic events, we don’t speak about the iconic moments. It's in itself iconic enough and the tension is big enough, so we try exactly the opposite.”
Ask a La Albiceleste fan of a certain age about El robo del siglo, the dubious offside call that helped cost Argentina the match against England in 1966, and get ready for a full-blast dose of South American fury about the theft of the century. Speak the words “The Hand of God” to an England fan in the wrong pub, and you might end up in a river. ****** , these two nations even fought an actual war, even if it was technically “undeclared” and lasted only a bit longer than this World Cup.
Point being, there’s history here, and ultras and casuals alike will be happy to discuss its nuances with you, at length and at volume.
The players and coaches who will meet on the pitch Wednesday afternoon with a World Cup final berth at stake, though … well, they aren’t saying anything.
“If a fixture provides … so many iconic moments, I think you cannot just say it’s just another football match, but as a coach, we do exactly that, focus on what we can influence,” said England manager Thomas Tuchel on Tuesday — or Match Day -1, in soccer parlance. “We don’t speak about the historic events, we don’t speak about the iconic moments. It's in itself iconic enough and the tension is big enough, so we try exactly the opposite.”
13 days ago
England are eyeing a first appearance in a World Cup final in 60 years as they take on Lionel Messi's reigning champions Argentina in the last four in Atlanta on Wednesday.
AFP Sport looks at key battles likely to decide the outcome of the game at the spectacular Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with Spain waiting in the final.
Messi v Guehi and O'Reilly
Lionel Messi has his sights set on back-to-back World Cup triumphs. But after his exertions to help drag Argentina this far, and now aged 39, does he have it in him to inspire the Albiceleste past England?
The great number 10 will occupy his usual ***** e in the inside-right position, with the freedom to drift out wide. The responsibility to keep tabs on him will likely fall to Nico O'Reilly and Marc Guehi.
AFP Sport looks at key battles likely to decide the outcome of the game at the spectacular Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with Spain waiting in the final.
Messi v Guehi and O'Reilly
Lionel Messi has his sights set on back-to-back World Cup triumphs. But after his exertions to help drag Argentina this far, and now aged 39, does he have it in him to inspire the Albiceleste past England?
The great number 10 will occupy his usual ***** e in the inside-right position, with the freedom to drift out wide. The responsibility to keep tabs on him will likely fall to Nico O'Reilly and Marc Guehi.
15 days ago
The football teams of forty-eight countries set out with a chance of winning the World Cup on June 11, and the hopes of just four nations remain alive.
The top four teams in the FIFA rankings, with eight previous ****** les between them, will lock horns on Tuesday and Wednesday to try to secure a place in what is set to be the grandest of showpiece occasions in sport: the World Cup Final at New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday, July 19.
Al Jazeera ranks the contenders for the ****** le:
What's this? The defending champions as the outsiders?
Well, Algeria, Austria, Jordan, Cape Verde, Egypt and Switzerland must be one of the kindest ever paths to the business end of a World Cup, and La Albiceleste have not exactly been convincing along it.
The top four teams in the FIFA rankings, with eight previous ****** les between them, will lock horns on Tuesday and Wednesday to try to secure a place in what is set to be the grandest of showpiece occasions in sport: the World Cup Final at New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday, July 19.
Al Jazeera ranks the contenders for the ****** le:
What's this? The defending champions as the outsiders?
Well, Algeria, Austria, Jordan, Cape Verde, Egypt and Switzerland must be one of the kindest ever paths to the business end of a World Cup, and La Albiceleste have not exactly been convincing along it.
15 days ago
Uruguay have turned to one of their greatest-ever footballers to lead the national team into a new era.
The Uruguayan Football **** ociation (AUF) president Ignacio Alonso confirmed Diego Forlan will be appointed as interim head coach following Marcelo Bielsa's departure.
The former Atletico Madrid and Villarreal forward will take charge of La Celeste until March 2027, with the federation set to review his position thereafter.
Forlan's appointment comes after Bielsa stepped down following Uruguay's disappointing 2026 World Cup campaign.
Despite arriving at the tournament with high expectations, Uruguay suffered a group-stage exit after collecting just two points from their matches against Spain, Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia.
The Uruguayan Football **** ociation (AUF) president Ignacio Alonso confirmed Diego Forlan will be appointed as interim head coach following Marcelo Bielsa's departure.
The former Atletico Madrid and Villarreal forward will take charge of La Celeste until March 2027, with the federation set to review his position thereafter.
Forlan's appointment comes after Bielsa stepped down following Uruguay's disappointing 2026 World Cup campaign.
Despite arriving at the tournament with high expectations, Uruguay suffered a group-stage exit after collecting just two points from their matches against Spain, Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia.
15 days ago
KANSAS CITY, MO — All World Cup, the Argentina national team has been looking for someone other than Lionel Messi to step up when needed most.
After Messi helped the Albiceleste to an extra-time win over Cape Verde in the round of 32 and spurred a round of 16 rally past Egypt, he had a quiet game by his lofty standards in the quarterfinal with Switzerland on Saturday, June 11. He set up the opening goal in the 3-1 extra time win from a corner kick but then watched as forwards Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez were able to score the decisive goals late in the game.
Asked if Alvarez scored in Messi's style on Saturday, the Inter Miami star emphasized that Alvarez has a style all his own.
"No, no, he scored a golazo, but it's not the first time. He's scored several like that. It was a golazo," Messi said, using a word that emphasizes the quality of a well-hit goal. "He has a very good strike of the ball and showed it today. He's been showing it for a long time.
"With Atletico Madrid, he had a lot of goals that were similar, and honestly I'm just happy with the result, because he scored, because Lautaro scored. We needed both of them. I'm very happy with everything."
After Messi helped the Albiceleste to an extra-time win over Cape Verde in the round of 32 and spurred a round of 16 rally past Egypt, he had a quiet game by his lofty standards in the quarterfinal with Switzerland on Saturday, June 11. He set up the opening goal in the 3-1 extra time win from a corner kick but then watched as forwards Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez were able to score the decisive goals late in the game.
Asked if Alvarez scored in Messi's style on Saturday, the Inter Miami star emphasized that Alvarez has a style all his own.
"No, no, he scored a golazo, but it's not the first time. He's scored several like that. It was a golazo," Messi said, using a word that emphasizes the quality of a well-hit goal. "He has a very good strike of the ball and showed it today. He's been showing it for a long time.
"With Atletico Madrid, he had a lot of goals that were similar, and honestly I'm just happy with the result, because he scored, because Lautaro scored. We needed both of them. I'm very happy with everything."
16 days ago
Lionel Messi continues to rewrite World Cup and football history. In the quarter-final against Switzerland, the Argentine star overtook Pelé to become the outright all-time leader for ****** ists in the competition.
The milestone came from the corner that led to Alexis Mac Allister's opener, the first goal of the match. It was Messi's second ****** ist at the 2026 World Cup and the 10th of his career in the finals, spread across six editions.
The Argentina international, who is already the all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup history, became the first player to reach 10 ****** ists, moving beyond Pelé's nine. In the match against Egypt, when he set up Cristián Romero, Messi had already gone past Diego Maradona, who had eight ****** ists, and matched the former Brazil international.
Messi has also now matched the number of direct goal involvements he recorded at the World Cup in 2022.
The 2022 edition was defined by Lionel Messi's crowning moment, as he led Argentina to the world ****** le with memorable displays. Four years on, at 39, the Albiceleste captain is still raising the bar and is already posting numbers better than those he managed in Qatar.
The milestone came from the corner that led to Alexis Mac Allister's opener, the first goal of the match. It was Messi's second ****** ist at the 2026 World Cup and the 10th of his career in the finals, spread across six editions.
The Argentina international, who is already the all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup history, became the first player to reach 10 ****** ists, moving beyond Pelé's nine. In the match against Egypt, when he set up Cristián Romero, Messi had already gone past Diego Maradona, who had eight ****** ists, and matched the former Brazil international.
Messi has also now matched the number of direct goal involvements he recorded at the World Cup in 2022.
The 2022 edition was defined by Lionel Messi's crowning moment, as he led Argentina to the world ****** le with memorable displays. Four years on, at 39, the Albiceleste captain is still raising the bar and is already posting numbers better than those he managed in Qatar.
16 days ago
Soccer world reacts to controversial red card that helped Argentina beat Switzerland, advance to World Cup semis originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Few moments proved as pivotal in Argentina's 3-1 win over Switzerland in the quarterfinals of the World Cup as Breel Embolo's red card.
The Swiss forward, arguably the best player in the Swiss attack following Johan Manzambi's injury, was handed his walking papers with 20 minutes left in regulation, disappearing into the dressing room after VAR ******* sed that he had dived on a play that saw Leandro Paredes get carded.
Embolo's removal left Switzerland without an outlet at the top of the pitch. The Swiss were forced to retreat in front of their own goal in the hopes of clogging up La Albiceleste's sight of Gregor Kobel's cage. In the end, the task proved too difficult for Switzerland to achieve; late goals relegated Murat Yakin's side to defeat in extra time, a disappointing end to one of the nation's finest tournament runs.
With that, here's a look at how social media reacted to Embolo's controversial dismissal.
Few moments proved as pivotal in Argentina's 3-1 win over Switzerland in the quarterfinals of the World Cup as Breel Embolo's red card.
The Swiss forward, arguably the best player in the Swiss attack following Johan Manzambi's injury, was handed his walking papers with 20 minutes left in regulation, disappearing into the dressing room after VAR ******* sed that he had dived on a play that saw Leandro Paredes get carded.
Embolo's removal left Switzerland without an outlet at the top of the pitch. The Swiss were forced to retreat in front of their own goal in the hopes of clogging up La Albiceleste's sight of Gregor Kobel's cage. In the end, the task proved too difficult for Switzerland to achieve; late goals relegated Murat Yakin's side to defeat in extra time, a disappointing end to one of the nation's finest tournament runs.
With that, here's a look at how social media reacted to Embolo's controversial dismissal.
16 days ago
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has reached the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup following Argentina’s dramatic 3-1 win over Switzerland on Saturday, 11 July. The left-footed defender has been indispensable for the reigning champions at this summer’s spectacle, featuring in five of the six games so far.
Martinez has been relatively injury-free this year and played a major role in the Red Devils’ march to third place in the Premier League table last season. The Butcher suffered an ACL injury in February last year, which kept him out for almost the entire first half of the 2025/26 campaign.
However, the Argentine was outstanding for the English giants after his return in November and has continued that run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He helped La Albiceleste keep clean sheets in the first two group stage games before being rested for the third match against Jordan.
Martinez was outstanding in the 3-2 win over Cabo Verde and **** ured against Egypt in that remarkable 3-2 comeback victory. The United man understandably retained his place in the starting XI against Switzerland, as Lionel Scaloni named an unchanged starting XI for the tie.
Switzerland started the game stronger, but it was Argentina who took the lead in the 10th minute through Alexis Mac Allister. The European nation, however, refused to back down and continued to pile the pressure on reigning champions’ defence.
Martinez has been relatively injury-free this year and played a major role in the Red Devils’ march to third place in the Premier League table last season. The Butcher suffered an ACL injury in February last year, which kept him out for almost the entire first half of the 2025/26 campaign.
However, the Argentine was outstanding for the English giants after his return in November and has continued that run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He helped La Albiceleste keep clean sheets in the first two group stage games before being rested for the third match against Jordan.
Martinez was outstanding in the 3-2 win over Cabo Verde and **** ured against Egypt in that remarkable 3-2 comeback victory. The United man understandably retained his place in the starting XI against Switzerland, as Lionel Scaloni named an unchanged starting XI for the tie.
Switzerland started the game stronger, but it was Argentina who took the lead in the 10th minute through Alexis Mac Allister. The European nation, however, refused to back down and continued to pile the pressure on reigning champions’ defence.
16 days ago
Argentina vs. Switzerland live score, result, highlights as Mac Allister heads home to give La Albiceleste early lead originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Argentina and Switzerland meet in the quarterfinal of the 2026 World Cup. La Albiceleste endured quite a test in its Round of 16 tilt against Egypt, rallying from two goals down to cut down the Pharaohs, 3-2.
Lionel Messi has been his usual talismanic self, tallying a tournament-high eight goals thus far. The Argentine supernova has scored in every game he has played in thus far. He'll look to keep his hot run of form going against the Swiss, who survived a daunting penalty shootout against Colombia to advance to the quarterfinals for the third time in their history.
The Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights for Argentina vs. Switzerland in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Follow below for results from the quarterfinal match in Kansas City.
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Argentina and Switzerland meet in the quarterfinal of the 2026 World Cup. La Albiceleste endured quite a test in its Round of 16 tilt against Egypt, rallying from two goals down to cut down the Pharaohs, 3-2.
Lionel Messi has been his usual talismanic self, tallying a tournament-high eight goals thus far. The Argentine supernova has scored in every game he has played in thus far. He'll look to keep his hot run of form going against the Swiss, who survived a daunting penalty shootout against Colombia to advance to the quarterfinals for the third time in their history.
The Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights for Argentina vs. Switzerland in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Follow below for results from the quarterfinal match in Kansas City.
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16 days ago
Argentina vs. Switzerland player ratings: Live grades for Lionel Messi, others in 2026 World Cup quarterfinal originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Lionel Messi and defending champions Argentina hope to continue their push deep into the 2026 FIFA World Cup as they meet European side Switzerland in the quarterfinals from Kansas City on Saturday.
Having triumphed four years ago in Qatar for the first time in his career, Messi now hopes to lead the Albiceleste to another ******* le, which would make Argentina the first side since Brazil in 1962 to win consecutive World Cup crowns. Messi leads all goal scorers at this tournament with eight, level with Kylian Mbappe of France, having taken over the all-time career World Cup goal scoring record earlier in the competition.
Switzerland, meanwhile, have reached the quarterfinals for the first time since 1954 when they did so on home soil. They have never reached the semifinals of a World Cup in national team history.
The Sporting News brings you a full list of player ratings for the match, ******* yzing both team's individual performances from the opening kickoff to the final whistle.
Lionel Messi and defending champions Argentina hope to continue their push deep into the 2026 FIFA World Cup as they meet European side Switzerland in the quarterfinals from Kansas City on Saturday.
Having triumphed four years ago in Qatar for the first time in his career, Messi now hopes to lead the Albiceleste to another ******* le, which would make Argentina the first side since Brazil in 1962 to win consecutive World Cup crowns. Messi leads all goal scorers at this tournament with eight, level with Kylian Mbappe of France, having taken over the all-time career World Cup goal scoring record earlier in the competition.
Switzerland, meanwhile, have reached the quarterfinals for the first time since 1954 when they did so on home soil. They have never reached the semifinals of a World Cup in national team history.
The Sporting News brings you a full list of player ratings for the match, ******* yzing both team's individual performances from the opening kickoff to the final whistle.
16 days ago
Did Lionel Messi score today? Live updates, stats, highlights from Argentina vs. Switzerland originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Lionel Messi and Argentina stand two matches away from having the opportunity to defend their 2022 World Cup trophy at the final, and that road goes through European hopeful Switzerland.
Messi has shown the world time and time again that he can take Argentina as far as he can lead them. Late in the second half against Egypt in the Round of 16, La Albiceleste were down 2-0. One Messi ****** ist and goal later, the game was tied, and eventually won by the Argentinians in dramatic stoppage-time fashion.
A win over Switzerland would send Messi and Co. to the World Cup semifinals, where they will face either Norway or England. Heading into the slate of quarterfinals matchups, Messi stands alone as the top goalscorer of the 2026 World Cup with eight goals through five matches.
The Sporting News is following Messi's goals, highlights, and live updates from the Argentina vs. Switzerland quarterfinals match. Here is everything you need to know about the eight-time Ballon d'Or and 2022 World Cup winner's enthralling level of play during tonight's match.
Lionel Messi and Argentina stand two matches away from having the opportunity to defend their 2022 World Cup trophy at the final, and that road goes through European hopeful Switzerland.
Messi has shown the world time and time again that he can take Argentina as far as he can lead them. Late in the second half against Egypt in the Round of 16, La Albiceleste were down 2-0. One Messi ****** ist and goal later, the game was tied, and eventually won by the Argentinians in dramatic stoppage-time fashion.
A win over Switzerland would send Messi and Co. to the World Cup semifinals, where they will face either Norway or England. Heading into the slate of quarterfinals matchups, Messi stands alone as the top goalscorer of the 2026 World Cup with eight goals through five matches.
The Sporting News is following Messi's goals, highlights, and live updates from the Argentina vs. Switzerland quarterfinals match. Here is everything you need to know about the eight-time Ballon d'Or and 2022 World Cup winner's enthralling level of play during tonight's match.
16 days ago
WELCOME TO ARROWHEAD STADIUM!!! The iconic home of the NFL’s Kansas City Chiefs is the site of a huge World Cup quarter-final clash between Argentina and Switzerland. The Albiceleste produced a remarkable comeback against Egypt in the last round and are looking for a lot less drama this time around on their way to the semis, but the Swiss have been very solid in all areas throughout the tournament and will provide a brutal test for the reigning champions. This should be all kinds of fun, and you’re welcome to join us to follow and comment all the action. Vamos!
ARGENTINA
Starting XI: Martínez; Molina, Romero, Lisandro, Tagliafico; De Paul, Paredes, Enzo, Mac Allister; Messi, Julián (4-4-2)
Substitutes: Musso (GK), Rulli (GK), Senesi, Montiel, Otamendi, Medina, Barco, Lo Celso, Palacios, González, Almada, Simeone, Paz, López, Lautaro
SWITZERLAND
ARGENTINA
Starting XI: Martínez; Molina, Romero, Lisandro, Tagliafico; De Paul, Paredes, Enzo, Mac Allister; Messi, Julián (4-4-2)
Substitutes: Musso (GK), Rulli (GK), Senesi, Montiel, Otamendi, Medina, Barco, Lo Celso, Palacios, González, Almada, Simeone, Paz, López, Lautaro
SWITZERLAND
16 days ago
Argentina vs. Switzerland live score, result, highlights from 2026 World Cup quarterfinal game originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Argentina and Switzerland meet in the quarterfinal of the 2026 World Cup. La Albiceleste endured quite a test in its Round of 16 tilt against Egypt, rallying from two goals down to cut down the Pharaohs, 3-2.
Lionel Messi has been his usual talismanic self, tallying a tournament-high eight goals thus far. The Argentine supernova has scored in every game he has played in thus far. He'll look to keep his hot run of form going against the Swiss, who survived a daunting penalty shootout against Colombia to advance to the quarterfinals for the third time in their history.
The Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights for Argentina vs. Switzerland in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Follow below for results from the quarterfinal match in Kansas City.
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Argentina and Switzerland meet in the quarterfinal of the 2026 World Cup. La Albiceleste endured quite a test in its Round of 16 tilt against Egypt, rallying from two goals down to cut down the Pharaohs, 3-2.
Lionel Messi has been his usual talismanic self, tallying a tournament-high eight goals thus far. The Argentine supernova has scored in every game he has played in thus far. He'll look to keep his hot run of form going against the Swiss, who survived a daunting penalty shootout against Colombia to advance to the quarterfinals for the third time in their history.
The Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights for Argentina vs. Switzerland in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Follow below for results from the quarterfinal match in Kansas City.
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17 days ago
Argentina is looking to become the first country to win back-to-back World Cups since Brazil did so in 1958 and 1962.
To achieve that goal, La Albiceleste will first have to beat Switzerland in a quarterfinal at the 2026 World Cup.
Argentina is favored, but will Lionel Messi's squad be up to the task after close calls against Cape Verde and Egypt? USA TODAY decided to ask AI chatbot Microsoft Copilot to predict the outcome of the World Cup quarterfinal.
The chatbot was fed the following query to generate its ****** ysis for the match:
Can you predict the winner of the Argentina vs. Switzerland World Cup match?
To achieve that goal, La Albiceleste will first have to beat Switzerland in a quarterfinal at the 2026 World Cup.
Argentina is favored, but will Lionel Messi's squad be up to the task after close calls against Cape Verde and Egypt? USA TODAY decided to ask AI chatbot Microsoft Copilot to predict the outcome of the World Cup quarterfinal.
The chatbot was fed the following query to generate its ****** ysis for the match:
Can you predict the winner of the Argentina vs. Switzerland World Cup match?
17 days ago
The 2026 World Cup started with 48 teams, marking the largest tournament field in the 96-year history of the event.
As play begins on Saturday, July 11, just six teams are remaining in the hunt to become world champions.
The top-four teams in the world are still in the tournament, according to the FIFA World Ranking. That includes the two most recent World Cup champions, France (2018) and Argentina (2022).
Les Bleus are already through to the semifinal after earning a 2-0 win over Morocco at Boston Stadium on Thursday, July 9. Meanwhile, La Albiceleste have yet to play their quarterfinal matchup and will need to beat Switzerland Saturday in order to make it to the "final four."
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As play begins on Saturday, July 11, just six teams are remaining in the hunt to become world champions.
The top-four teams in the world are still in the tournament, according to the FIFA World Ranking. That includes the two most recent World Cup champions, France (2018) and Argentina (2022).
Les Bleus are already through to the semifinal after earning a 2-0 win over Morocco at Boston Stadium on Thursday, July 9. Meanwhile, La Albiceleste have yet to play their quarterfinal matchup and will need to beat Switzerland Saturday in order to make it to the "final four."
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18 days ago
By Louis Smith.
Uruguay were the only South American team not to make it out of the group stage, in what was a very disappointing campaign from La Celeste. They had a decent squad and a favourable draw. However, the local media heading into the tournament were talking about the breakdown in internal cohesion, and those concerns were evident straight away against Saudi Arabia, who controlled much of the first half and deservedly took the lead through Abdulelah Al-Amri just before half-time.
Despite all the criticism of coach Marcelo Bielsa, it was his changes at half-time, taking off Matias Viña and Darwin Núñez, and bringing on Juan Sanabria and Agustín Canobbio, that changed the balance of the second half. Uruguay pretty much dominated after the break and were unlucky not to win the game. They found an equaliser through Maximiliano Araújo, who was definitely one of the bright sparks for La Celeste throughout the tournament.
However, they just didn't kick on from that performance.
Against Cape Verde in the second match, they were well off the mark. Kevin Pina opened the scoring for Cape Verde before Uruguay turned the game around through Maximiliano Araújo and Canobbio. However, their lead was cancelled out in the second half as Helio Varela equalised for Cape Verde, earning what was probably a deserved point.
Uruguay were the only South American team not to make it out of the group stage, in what was a very disappointing campaign from La Celeste. They had a decent squad and a favourable draw. However, the local media heading into the tournament were talking about the breakdown in internal cohesion, and those concerns were evident straight away against Saudi Arabia, who controlled much of the first half and deservedly took the lead through Abdulelah Al-Amri just before half-time.
Despite all the criticism of coach Marcelo Bielsa, it was his changes at half-time, taking off Matias Viña and Darwin Núñez, and bringing on Juan Sanabria and Agustín Canobbio, that changed the balance of the second half. Uruguay pretty much dominated after the break and were unlucky not to win the game. They found an equaliser through Maximiliano Araújo, who was definitely one of the bright sparks for La Celeste throughout the tournament.
However, they just didn't kick on from that performance.
Against Cape Verde in the second match, they were well off the mark. Kevin Pina opened the scoring for Cape Verde before Uruguay turned the game around through Maximiliano Araújo and Canobbio. However, their lead was cancelled out in the second half as Helio Varela equalised for Cape Verde, earning what was probably a deserved point.
19 days ago
Didier Deschamps clearly isn't buying the claim from the Egyptian manager about the referees in their loss to Argentina.
There has been a lot of controversy surrounding the officiating during Argentina's Round of 16 tie against Egypt, with many saying that the referee favoured the Albiceleste.
However, Didier Deschamps, who has been on the receiving end of a thriller against Argentina on the World Cup stage, seemed to believe that Egypt was making much ado about nothing.
Speaking in a press conference ahead of France's quarter-final matchup against Morocco, Didier Deschamps was asked about the all-Argentine officiating crew ******* igned to their game.
Deschamps didn't make much of the referee lineup, while hoping that he wanted the refereeing to be as good as it was in the Argentina-Egypt tie.
There has been a lot of controversy surrounding the officiating during Argentina's Round of 16 tie against Egypt, with many saying that the referee favoured the Albiceleste.
However, Didier Deschamps, who has been on the receiving end of a thriller against Argentina on the World Cup stage, seemed to believe that Egypt was making much ado about nothing.
Speaking in a press conference ahead of France's quarter-final matchup against Morocco, Didier Deschamps was asked about the all-Argentine officiating crew ******* igned to their game.
Deschamps didn't make much of the referee lineup, while hoping that he wanted the refereeing to be as good as it was in the Argentina-Egypt tie.
19 days ago
Ian Wright cannot accept the idea that Lionel Messi winning a second World Cup would allow him to eclipse Diego Maradona.
Both Messi and Maradona receive god-like reverence from Argentina for what they've been able to achieve for their country.
But would a second World Cup win with the Albiceleste secure Messi as the greatest Argentine of all time? Not according to Ian Wright.
Speaking on the Stick to Football podcast, Ian Wright responded to Gary Neville's asking whether a second World Cup win would help Lionel Messi surpass Diego Maradona as the greatest Argentine of all time.
Wright suggested that a second win would settle the debate between Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. But too many people revere Maradona in a way they will never revere Messi.
Both Messi and Maradona receive god-like reverence from Argentina for what they've been able to achieve for their country.
But would a second World Cup win with the Albiceleste secure Messi as the greatest Argentine of all time? Not according to Ian Wright.
Speaking on the Stick to Football podcast, Ian Wright responded to Gary Neville's asking whether a second World Cup win would help Lionel Messi surpass Diego Maradona as the greatest Argentine of all time.
Wright suggested that a second win would settle the debate between Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. But too many people revere Maradona in a way they will never revere Messi.
19 days ago
Switzerland have drawn Argentina as their next opponents in the World Cup quarterfinals, following their penalty shootout win against Colombia in the Round of 16, and head coach Murat Yakin feels this is a winnable match for them.
While acknowledging that facing Argentina is far from ideal, Yakin believes there are areas where they can hurt them, as the reigning World Cup champions struggled against Egypt and Cape Verde in their past two knockout games. If it weren't for Lionel Messi's heroics, La Albiceleste would've been eliminated already.
"We're playing against the world champion. There's nothing better than having this opportunity. But it's also been clear, over the last two matches, that Argentina is vulnerable," Yakin said during a recent press conference.
"I think we have earned our opponents' respect. Tactically, it's going to be an interesting match. We are capable of rattling the world champions. For a nation like Switzerland, playing a quarter-final against Argentina is a massive moment. So, expectations are huge. I think I'll still need a few hours, maybe even a day, to fully realize what is happening to us," he added.
MORE: Lionel Messi 'became an animal' in Argentina's win over Egypt, says Zlatan Ibrahimovic
While acknowledging that facing Argentina is far from ideal, Yakin believes there are areas where they can hurt them, as the reigning World Cup champions struggled against Egypt and Cape Verde in their past two knockout games. If it weren't for Lionel Messi's heroics, La Albiceleste would've been eliminated already.
"We're playing against the world champion. There's nothing better than having this opportunity. But it's also been clear, over the last two matches, that Argentina is vulnerable," Yakin said during a recent press conference.
"I think we have earned our opponents' respect. Tactically, it's going to be an interesting match. We are capable of rattling the world champions. For a nation like Switzerland, playing a quarter-final against Argentina is a massive moment. So, expectations are huge. I think I'll still need a few hours, maybe even a day, to fully realize what is happening to us," he added.
MORE: Lionel Messi 'became an animal' in Argentina's win over Egypt, says Zlatan Ibrahimovic
19 days ago
Lionel Messi and Argentina are alive in the 2026 World Cup.
The defending champions take on Switzerland in the quarterfinals on Saturday, July 11 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
La Albiceleste got here by beating Egypt 3-2 in the round of 16. The comeback win was under criticism because officials disallowed an Egypt goal that would have put Egypt up 2-0.
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan did not mince words in criticizing the officiating of the match, saying The Pharaohs "suffered injustice." The critical moment came in the 58th minute, when Egypt's Mostafa Zico buried a shot in the net. The play went to video review and officials ruled Argentina's Lisandro Martínez was fouled by Marawan Attia, which led to the score.
For their part, Switzerland beat Colombia in penalty kicks 4-3 after neither team scored for all of regulation and extra time. Their leading scorer, Johan Manzambi, did not play in the match due to injury.
The defending champions take on Switzerland in the quarterfinals on Saturday, July 11 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
La Albiceleste got here by beating Egypt 3-2 in the round of 16. The comeback win was under criticism because officials disallowed an Egypt goal that would have put Egypt up 2-0.
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan did not mince words in criticizing the officiating of the match, saying The Pharaohs "suffered injustice." The critical moment came in the 58th minute, when Egypt's Mostafa Zico buried a shot in the net. The play went to video review and officials ruled Argentina's Lisandro Martínez was fouled by Marawan Attia, which led to the score.
For their part, Switzerland beat Colombia in penalty kicks 4-3 after neither team scored for all of regulation and extra time. Their leading scorer, Johan Manzambi, did not play in the match due to injury.
20 days ago
Keeping in line with the stature he has carved for himself in football, the Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe is proving to be the dominant force in the World Cup once again. The star striker is shining for the French national team, and is only a single goal behind Lionel Messi as not only this version’s top scorer, but also as the top scorer in the history of the World Cup.
However, the Frenchman has not been able to escape controversy even with his national team. The latest issue surrounding him came after the Round of 16 match against Paraguay, which the Blues won by a single goal, a penalty converted by the Merengue forward.
Mbappe was the subject of a lot of fouls and kicks from the Paraguayans during the game, and there were also some verbal exchanges between him and some of his opponents. But the issue gained even greater spotlight after the match, when a senator from Paraguay, Celeste Amarilla, made some tweets, making racist and xenophobic attacks against the Real Madrid star.
In the backdrop of this episode, MARCA reports that the Merengue club has decided to back their player, and have issued an official statement to reject the comments made by the Paraguayan senator. Their statement went as follows:
“Real Madrid C. F. wishes to express its strongest rejection of the regrettable racist and xenophobic remarks made by Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla against our player Kylian Mbappé.
However, the Frenchman has not been able to escape controversy even with his national team. The latest issue surrounding him came after the Round of 16 match against Paraguay, which the Blues won by a single goal, a penalty converted by the Merengue forward.
Mbappe was the subject of a lot of fouls and kicks from the Paraguayans during the game, and there were also some verbal exchanges between him and some of his opponents. But the issue gained even greater spotlight after the match, when a senator from Paraguay, Celeste Amarilla, made some tweets, making racist and xenophobic attacks against the Real Madrid star.
In the backdrop of this episode, MARCA reports that the Merengue club has decided to back their player, and have issued an official statement to reject the comments made by the Paraguayan senator. Their statement went as follows:
“Real Madrid C. F. wishes to express its strongest rejection of the regrettable racist and xenophobic remarks made by Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla against our player Kylian Mbappé.
20 days ago
Real Madrid have published an official statement rejecting the comments made by Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla against their star Kylian Mbappé.
Real Madrid C. F. wishes to express its strongest rejection of the regrettable racist and xenophobic remarks made by Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla against our player Kylian Mbappé.
Our club firmly condemns such statements, which are unbecoming of a political representative, and expresses its full support for our player Kylian Mbappé, who serves as a role model for millions of people, especially children around the world.
These behaviors that incite hatred should have no place in society. Football and sports are platforms for equality and solidarity, and Real Madrid will continue to work to ensure that racism, xenophobia, and violence are eradicated forever.
Mbappé and the French national team will face Morocco in the FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals this Thursday.
Real Madrid C. F. wishes to express its strongest rejection of the regrettable racist and xenophobic remarks made by Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla against our player Kylian Mbappé.
Our club firmly condemns such statements, which are unbecoming of a political representative, and expresses its full support for our player Kylian Mbappé, who serves as a role model for millions of people, especially children around the world.
These behaviors that incite hatred should have no place in society. Football and sports are platforms for equality and solidarity, and Real Madrid will continue to work to ensure that racism, xenophobia, and violence are eradicated forever.
Mbappé and the French national team will face Morocco in the FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals this Thursday.
20 days ago
Egypt star Mostafa Ziko has accused the World Cup of being “fixed” following their controversial last 16 defeat to Argentina with manager Hossam Hassan left furious by “unfair” decisions.
Argentina pulled off a miraculous late comeback, winning 3-2 after trailing 2-0 to the Pharaohs, who had a goal controversially disallowed and protested angrily over a perceived foul in the build-up to Enzo Fernandez’s winning goal.
Ziko was denied a goal at 1-0 to Egypt, while Mohamed Salah has claimed a penalty before the Albiceleste counter-attacked, leading to Fernandez’s headed goal in stoppage time.
“The referee was really not fair,” an irate Ziko said at full-time. “The injustice was clear.
“We did a really good job in the early stages of the match. There’s been an unfairness, right from the start from the match. A 2-0 lead isn’t enough to beat Argentina.
Argentina pulled off a miraculous late comeback, winning 3-2 after trailing 2-0 to the Pharaohs, who had a goal controversially disallowed and protested angrily over a perceived foul in the build-up to Enzo Fernandez’s winning goal.
Ziko was denied a goal at 1-0 to Egypt, while Mohamed Salah has claimed a penalty before the Albiceleste counter-attacked, leading to Fernandez’s headed goal in stoppage time.
“The referee was really not fair,” an irate Ziko said at full-time. “The injustice was clear.
“We did a really good job in the early stages of the match. There’s been an unfairness, right from the start from the match. A 2-0 lead isn’t enough to beat Argentina.
21 days ago
ATLANTA — Start with 28-3. Add in a healthy dose of the Knicks’ 29-point NBA Finals Game 4 comeback, add a dash of Kick Six for flavor, and you’ll have something like Tuesday’s Argentina-Egypt match, a miracle of will, resilience and opportunity. Only the fact that La Albiceleste beat the Pharaohs in the World Cup’s round of 16, rather than the finals, keeps it from claiming the **** le of greatest comeback in sports history outright.
Down 0-2, with just 12 minutes of regular time left, the defending champions looked doomed. But Argentina has itself a Messi, and when you’ve got a Messi on your roster, you’re always in the fight.
In the 79th minute, Messi curled in toward Egypt’s goal, then popped a chip right up for Cristian Romero to drive home. Just four minutes later, Messi threaded a laser through a thicket of limbs to equalize the match, setting up the inevitable winner in stoppage time. Expect anything different?
Messi doesn’t show much emotion in even the best moments, but on Tuesday, he wept openly on the pitch after the game, surely realizing how close he’d likely just come to the end of his World Cup career. His delirious teammates, meanwhile, decided it would be a good idea to toss him into the air:
“I told him on the pitch to enjoy it because he deserved it,” Lautaro Martinez said in Spanish after the match. “I told him we would keep giving everything, for ourselves, but above all for him, because this is his last World Cup and he has given us so much.”
Down 0-2, with just 12 minutes of regular time left, the defending champions looked doomed. But Argentina has itself a Messi, and when you’ve got a Messi on your roster, you’re always in the fight.
In the 79th minute, Messi curled in toward Egypt’s goal, then popped a chip right up for Cristian Romero to drive home. Just four minutes later, Messi threaded a laser through a thicket of limbs to equalize the match, setting up the inevitable winner in stoppage time. Expect anything different?
Messi doesn’t show much emotion in even the best moments, but on Tuesday, he wept openly on the pitch after the game, surely realizing how close he’d likely just come to the end of his World Cup career. His delirious teammates, meanwhile, decided it would be a good idea to toss him into the air:
“I told him on the pitch to enjoy it because he deserved it,” Lautaro Martinez said in Spanish after the match. “I told him we would keep giving everything, for ourselves, but above all for him, because this is his last World Cup and he has given us so much.”
