Ecopetrol has named Carlos Augusto Suárez Rojas as chairman of its board of directors as Colombia's largest company refreshes the leadership overseeing its sprawling oil, gas and electricity businesses.
The board elected Suárez Rojas at a September 17 meeting, with Claudia Margarita Lafaurie Taboada appointed vice chair, Ecopetrol said.
Suárez Rojas replaces Luis Felipe Henao Cardona as chairman. Henao remains on the board and will chair Ecopetrol's Corporate Governance and Sustainability Committee.
The company also reorganized the membership and leadership of its six main board committees covering audit and risk, business strategy, corporate governance and sustainability, compensation and nominations, health and safety, and technology and innovation.
Ricardo Rodríguez Yee will chair the Audit and Risk Committee, while José Camilo Manzur Jattin will head the Business Committee. Suárez Rojas will also chair the Compensation, Nomination and Culture Committee.

#rojas #committee #board

Botafogo drew 1-1 with RB Bragantino this Saturday (12) in a match valid for the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship at Nilton Santos. Alvinegro's goal was scored by Vitinho, with a header, after receiving a cross from Alex Telles.
Botafogo's next match will be against Grêmio on the 16th in a postponed match from the 21st round of the Brazilian Championship, at Nilton Santos.
MATCH REPORT:
Date and Time: 09/12/2026 (Sunday), at 8:30 p.m. Location: Nilton Santos
Referee: Fernando Antônio Mendes de Salles Nascimento Filho (PA) ******* istant 1: Felipe Alan Costa de Oliveira (MG) ******* istant 2: Rafael Trombeta (PR) 4th official: Thaillan Azevedo Gomes (AP) VAR: José Ricardo Vasconcellos Laranjeira (AL)

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Ford is to compete - along with a range of other automotive OEMs - for a significant new UK military vehicle contract. The company is also exploring the potential for vehicle sales to other national armed forces across Europe.
The Financial Times has reported that Ford is among companies interested in competing for the upcoming contract to develop a next generation Light Mobility Vehicle (LMV) for the British Army.
The FT report suggested that Ford is aiming to expand sales of its Ranger pickup trucks for military purposes to the UK and NATO countries across Europe.
Ford of Europe President Jim Baumbick told the FT that there was "a big opportunity" for NATO to develop military-purpose vehicles with car parts that could be shared across allied forces to strengthen crisis-management response capabilities.
The report said that Ford will partner with General Dynamics Land Systems and UK engineering group Ricardo to compete for the UK Ministry of Defence's LMV programme. The LMV programme will replace ageing Land Rover and Pinzgauer military vehicles.

#ford #nato

Second-ranked Little Chute and Wrightstown clash in a Week 3 North Eastern Conference showdown.
Join us Friday, Sept. 4, at 6:45 p.m. as USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin's Brett Christopherson, Ricardo Arguello and Jim Rosandick bring you the high school football coverage from Unison Credit Union Stadium at Fitzpatrick Field in Little Chute.
More: Watch past Cellcom Varsity Game of the Week high livestreams
This article originally appeared on Appleton Post-Crescent: Little Chute takes on Wrightstown in our Cellcom high school football livestream

#little #wrightstown #school

Two new working papers circulated by the authoritative National Bureau of Economic Research show the double squeeze the U.S. dollar and the Treasury market are facing both overseas and at home.
The first, from a team of European Central Bank and Banque de France economists, show how official demand for dollar ******* ets is waning as central banks increasingly seek sanctuary in gold after Russian ******* ets were frozen following the launch of the war on Ukraine in 2022. It's a topic that has certainly been discussed, but the paper quantifies that shift, finding nonaligned countries have moved nearly one-third of total reserve portfolios away from foreign-currency claims.
'It's not fair': My twin brother and I were left houses by our parents. Can I make him pay his share for taxes and upkeep?
'I feel tricked': My contractor handed my $42,000 pool upgrade to a subcontractor I had already rejected. What can I do?
Perhaps the more intriguing new paper comes from Massachusetts Institute of Technology economist Ricardo Caballero, who talks about a safe-debt Laffer Curve. The Laffer Curve represents the theory that, at a certain level, revenue actually starts to fall rather than rise as tax rates increase. Caballero's novel idea is that, at a certain level, federal debt actually hurts aggregate demand rather than helps it.

#curve #central #debt

Editor's Note: The Times Union is providing live coverage of today's 2026 Travers Stakes Day at Saratoga Race Course.
SARATOGA SPRINGS - In the Grade 1 Forego Stakes, Hymn was him.
Ridden by Ricardo Santana Jr., Hymn chased speedy pacesetter Tip Top Thomas through the opening portions of the seven-furlong Grade 1 sprint, made a huge surge coming down the stretch to take the lead and held on for the win over a trio of late-rushing challengers Saturday during the Travers undercard at Saratoga Race Course.
It was the first career Grade 1 win for Hymn, whose career transformed when trainer Ron Moquett made the decision to make him a gelding. Since that move, he's won four of his five starts.
"I thought he was a beautiful, wonderful horse from Day 1, and I hated having to geld him," Moquett said. "When I did, I said, 'Now, let's just make him a racehorse and go try to win the Breeders' Cup.'"

#stakes #moquett

By Sukanya Mitra
Aug 24 (Reuters) - Gold rose to its highest in more than three months on Monday, building on gains from last ‌week as a muted dollar boosted appeal, while investors awaited U.S. ‌inflation data and remarks from Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh this week for signals on the interest-rate path.
Spot gold was up 0.7% at $4,635.25 per ounce by 0838 GMT, hitting its highest level since May 15, while U.S. gold futures rose 0.2% to $4,691.10.
Bullion rose more than 5% last week after the U.S. Treasury Department's buyback support plan ‌pushed the dollar lower, making ⁠greenback-priced bullion more affordable for foreign investors.
"The consolidation of gold prices above $4,600, and the potential for further gains, will depend ⁠to a large extent on the U.S. dollar remaining under pressure and Treasury yields stabilizing at current levels or declining further," ActivTrades senior ***** yst Ricardo Evangelista said.

#highest #investors

Performances like the one we witnessed last night can stay in our memories for a loooong time. What Chivas delivered in its 5-2 rout of Xolos at Estadio AKRON was truly memorable, Chivahermanos.
Now that the storm of emotions has passed—quite literally—it's time to take a closer look at the best numbers from the Rojiblancos' third victory of the Apertura 2026. And there's plenty to unpack.
That's why we've put together an ideal XI of stats to review right here:
What Chivas' Rout of Xolos Left Behind
- The Rebaño Sagrado reached 10 points in the AP26, moving into 4th place in the standings.- The Rojiblancos have now won 3 straight matches across the Leagues Cup and Liga MX.- This is the third time in 2026 that Guadalajara has scored 5 goals in a match at Estadio AKRON: against León and Puebla in the CL26, and now against Xolos.- Chivas extended its unbeaten run against Xolos at Estadio AKRON to 6 matches: 5 wins and 1 draw.- The Chiverío replicated the formula behind its first two goals: a cross to the near post, a flick-on and a finish from the second line.- Gabriel Milito has now won 26 of his 51 matches as Guadalajara's head coach.- Ricardo Marín recorded his second brace as a Rojiblanco. The previous one came against Atlas in the AP23.- Santiago Sandoval scored his first goal of the AP26.- Roberto Alvarado remains Chivas' leading scorer in the current soccer year, with his goal against Xolos taking him to 4 goals.- Diego Campillo scored again for Guadalajara, his second professional goal.- Guadalajara had not taken a 3-0 halftime lead in a Liga MX match since Matchday 6 of the AP24 against Juárez.

#matches

Chivas goal scoring finally appeared in the Apertura 2026 when they defeated Tijuana by a 5-2 score. Chivas finally scored more than one goal in a Liga MX game during the season after they were able to convert their chances days after the news came that their top goal scorer, Armando Gonzalez, was transferred to Olympiakos in Greece. Tijuana came into the match tied in first place but they had a poor defensive display that Chivas took advantage of. Chivas will now travel south to face off against Pachuca while Tijuana returns home where they will host Pumas.
The 1st half started with a two hour and thirteen minutes rain delay. While the stadium crew did a huge effort to get the field in playable conditions, the field was drenched in a lot of areas. A good combination play ended with Efrain Alvarez getting the ball in the area but his left footed shot went wide. A left footed shot from outside the area by Santiago Sandoval was easily saved by Tijuana's goalkeeper, Jose Rodriguez. A back pass was badly fumbled by Rodriguez and left there for Ricardo Marin, who incredibly kicked the ball straight to Rodriguez in a terrible miss. Off a corner kick, the cross into the area was headed back by Luis Romo into the path of Santiago Sandoval, who headed the ball from close range past Rodriguez to score and give Chivas the early 1-0 lead. It was a deserved goal as Chivas had been the better team. Tijuana would try to answer back with a counter in which Ramiro Arciga got off a header that would be cleared off the line by Romo. Off another corner kick, the cross into the area was headed back by Diego Campillo into the path of Ricardo Marin, who headed the ball from close range past Rodriguez to score and increased the lead to 2-0. It was the same play that Tijuana failed to defend and from set pieces, Chivas had a two goal lead. A cross into the area was headed by Diego Abreu but his teammate, Ignacio Rivera would get in between the path of his shot and deflected it wide. After a thru pass would allow Hugo Camberos to get into the area, he would be brought down by Arciga and the referee would give a Penalty Kick to Chivas. Ricardo Marin took the PK and calmly placed his left footed shot past Rodriguez to score and increased Chivas' lead to 3-0. The halftime whistle blew and Chivas had a solid lead after having their best half played so far in the Apertura 2026.
The 2nd half started with Tijuana subbing out Pablo Ortiz, Diego Abreu and Ignacio Rivero for Alan Vega, Elias Manoel and Yael Padilla. Seconds after the start of the half, Chivas lost the ball and allowed Ivan Tona to get to the area but his left footed shot was blocked by Chivas' goalkeeper, Raul Rangel. Rafael Fernandez got off a right footed shot from outside the area that went wide. Chivas subbed out Efrain Alvarez and Miguel Gomez for Brian Gutierrez and Luis Rey. Tijuana subbed out an injured Ramiro Arciga for Francisco Gonzalez. A great combination play by Chivas ended with Gutierrez finding a

Botafogo announces that Franclim Carvalho is no longer the head coach of the first-team football squad. The decision was communicated to the professional this Tuesday (18). **** istants Luís Felipe and Mauro Moderno, fitness coach Fábio Monteiro, and goalkeeping coach Ricardo Matos are also leaving the Club.
Botafogo thanks Franclim and the other professionals for their services and wishes them success in their next challenges.
Rodrigo Bellão, the current head coach of the Under-20 team, will take charge of the team on an interim basis and will lead it in the next fixture, against Cienciano, in the second leg of the CONMEBOL Sudamericana round of 16.
Additionally, Botafogo will put in place a new structure for its permanent coaching staff. Paulo Bonamigo, a professional with extensive experience in Brazilian football who managed Botafogo in 2004, takes over as Technical Coordinator.
Ronaldo Torres, a fitness coach with successful spells in Brazilian football, including Brazilian Championship **** les with Botafogo in 1995 and with Fluminense in 2010, will be responsible for Physical Preparation.

#botafogo #head #Fitness

The Valor Games Midwest kicked off in Chicago, bringing veterans together for three days of adaptive sports, competition and camaraderie.
The 14th annual games give veterans an opportunity to support one another while testing themselves in a variety of events. The games emphasize inclusion, with events designed for veterans with disabilities.
"Tons of veterans come out from all over the country, and this is the time they get to see their friends. So we're always excited for that," said Ricardo Lara of the Chicago Park District.
Among the competitors was Janice Copeland, a veteran of Operation Desert Storm who traveled from Atlanta for the games. Copeland competed in the biathlon and won a medal. She said the support of fellow veterans was a meaningful part of the experience.
"For me, just completing the task was enough and just to hear other veterans telling you, 'you got it. You can do it.' It really boosts my spirit," Copeland said.

#copeland #Events

Guadalajara made the most of the superiority it showed on the field at TSM and claimed a 1-0 win over Santos on Matchday 4 of the 2026 Apertura. With this victory, the Rojiblancos picked up 3 important points that allow them to keep climbing the standings.
True to their style, the Rebaño Sagrado took the field intending to impose their conditions from the opening whistle. Gabriel Milito's side pushed their lines forward to create danger in the final third. Despite going into halftime scoreless, Guadalajara maintained its intensity and never stopped looking for the opener.
That persistence paid off in the second half. Santiago Sandoval made a great play inside the box, where he feinted and shook off his marker to draw a foul that led to a penalty. Ricardo Marín took responsibility from the spot and converted to score the goal that gave Guadalajara the win in the Comarca Lagunera.
Guadalajara's next match will be at home. On Saturday, August 22, they will host Tijuana at AKRON Stadium, where they will look to earn another win in front of the entire Nación Rojiblanca.
The goals

#made

Guadalajara made its dominance count at TSM Stadium, defeating Santos Laguna 1-0 in Matchday 4 of the Apertura 2026. With the victory, the Rojiblancos picked up three valuable points and continued their climb up the Liga MX standings.
True to their style, the Rebaño Sagrado came out looking to take control from the opening whistle. Gabriel Milito's side pushed forward and looked to create danger in the final third. Although Guadalajara went into halftime without finding the breakthrough, the team maintained its intensity and continued searching for the opening goal.
The reward for that persistence came in the second half. Santiago Sandoval produced a brilliant individual play inside the box, using a feint to beat his marker before drawing a foul that resulted in a penalty. Ricardo Marín stepped up from the spot and calmly converted to score the goal that secured Guadalajara's victory in the Comarca Lagunera.
Guadalajara's next match will be at home. On Saturday, August 22, the Rojiblancos will welcome Tijuana to Estadio AKRON, where they will look to claim another victory in front of the entire Rojiblanco Nation.The Goal
- MARÍN PUT THE ROJIBLANCO DOMINANCE ON THE SCOREBOARD IN THE 74TH! Ricardo Marínstepped up with confidence from the penalty spot, sent Acevedo the wrong way and calmly buried his effort to put the ball in the back of the net!Chances of Note

#victory #ricardo #rojiblanco #came

The three newest additions to the Denver Broncos' 91-man offseason roster have picked their jersey numbers.
Broncos wide receiver Kyre Duplessis received No. 33, defensive back Ricardo Hallman got No. 32 and receiver Kyrese Rowan landed No. 37. Those three players were signed after defensive lineman Matt Henningsen (Achilles) landed on injured reserve, cornerback Jaden Robinson was waived with an injury designation and veteran defensive back Sam Webb was released last week.
Duplessis and Rowan will provide more depth at receiver following injuries to Jaylen Waddle and Marvin Mims. Rowan will share No. 37 with defensive back Sean Fresch. If they both make the active roster, one of Rowan or Fresch would have to change their number before the regular season.
View more jersey numbers for new arrivals (and one returning player) below.
WR Lil'Jordan Humphrey: No. 5

#Broncos #roster

Vanderbilt football's deepest position may be at safety. At least players at the position believe so.
There's a good blend of returners and new talent. CJ Heard is back after co-leading the team with 71 tackles a year ago. While Marlen Sewell and Randon Fontenette are gone, Dontae Carter, Carson Lawrence and Jalen Gilbert return after being reserves at the position in 2025.
Davin Chandler could be a breakout candidate after appearing in one game as a freshman. Then there's Clemson transfer Ricardo Jones, who had six interceptions a year ago and was a All-ACC third team selection.
"My goal here is to get that plus more every year," Jones said Aug. 11.
The safeties are simultaneously young and experienced. There are only two seniors at the position − Gilbert and Payne Daniel − and no fifth-year players. But the group has plenty of starting experience.

#position

Cruzeiro and Atlético-MG will compete for a spot in the Copa Betano do Brasil semifinalCredits: Gustavo Aleixo/Cruzeiro
CBF held the draw for the quarterfinals of the 2026 Copa do Brasil this Tuesday (11), in Rio de Janeiro, which will feature, for the first time since 1989, three state derby matchups. On one side of the bracket, the competition will have the clashes between Internacional x Grêmio and Cruzeiro x Atlético-MG. On the other, Vasco x Vitória and Palmeiras x Santos.
Of these four matchups, two have previously decided the tournament: the Minas Gerais derby, Atlético-MG x Cruzeiro, in 2014, when Galo were crowned champions, and the São Paulo derby, Palmeiras x Santos, in 2015, when Alviverde lifted the trophy.
Historically, all four matchups have taken place before. Grêmio and Inter faced each other only once, in 1992, in the quarterfinals, when Colorado advanced on penalties. Cruzeiro and Atlético-MG, in addition to the 2014 final, met in the quarterfinals in 2019 and 2025, with one victory for each side.
Grêmio and Internacional will face each other in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Copa Betano do BrasilCredits: Ricardo Duarte/SC Internacional

#cruzeiro #copa #matchups #betano

The Denver Broncos made four roster moves on Saturday, including placing defensive lineman Matt Henningsen on season-ending injured reserve. Players who land on IR before the initial 53-man roster is set are not eligible to return from IR during the current season.
Henningsen ruptured his Achilles during Friday's practice exactly one year after he tore the Achilles on his other foot during a joint training camp practice with the San Francisco 49ers in 2025. The 27-year-old defensive lineman will now face another year of rehab with the hopes of getting back on the field in 2027.
Denver also signed defensive back Ricardo Hallman and wide receiver Kyrese Rowan on Saturday. To make room for them, the Broncos placed Henningsen on IR and released defensive back Sam Webb.
Signed DB Ricardo Hallman
Signed WR Kyrese Rowan

#defensive #back #Broncos #ricardo

MARIETTA, Ga. — A hat trick by Arnaud Tattevin and an extended shootout helped Carolina Core FC surge past Atlanta United 2 by a 3-3 (10-9 in penalty kicks) score in MLS NEXT Pro soccer Friday at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground.
The Foxes (4-10-8, 23 points) trailed by two after Atlanta (10-6-4, 34 points) scored twice in the opening 20 minutes.
But Tattevin answered with a penalty kick in the 38th minute and a score in the first extra minute of the half — each time pulling within one. He netted the equalizer in the 50th minute.
Ryan Baer, David Diaz, Nolan Evers, Antonio Pineda, Corey Lundeen, Ricks Ford, Graham Ford, Rashid Tetteh, Ricardo Montenegro and Bryce Swinehart each scored in the shootout.
Nolan Anderson made a diving save to his left in the 10th round to earn the extra point for CCFC, which will host Huntsville City FC on Saturday at 7:30 p.m.

#minute #ford

Chivas at times dominated but were only able to get a 1-1 tie against Puebla. Chivas was the better side from the start but their scoring troubles continued as they were only able to get a single goal against a Puebla side that looked to defend and counter from the start, giving away most possession. Both teams are going to the Leagues Cup before returning to Liga MX. Puebla will travel to Pachuca in their return while Chivas plays against Santos in Torreon.
The 1st half started with Chivas coming out with their best 11 including Brian Gutierrez from the start. Armando Gonzalez got into the area but his right footed shot would go wide. Roberto Alvarado got off a great left footed shot that was blocked by Puebla's goalkeeper, Ricardo Gutierrez. He would leave the ball there for Gonzalez go get a close range header but Gutierrez made a fantastic save to stop him from a sure goal. Gonzalez got into the area and his left footed shot was blocked by Gutierrez but it bounced off Juan Pablo Vargas and looked like it was going to be an own goal but it hit the post. Chivas was completely dominating the match but the score remained scoreless. Against the run of play, Emiliano Gomez got into the area and get past a defender before getting off a left footed shot that Chivas' goalkeeper Raul Rangel blocked but left there for Eduardo Mustre to get off a left footed shot in the net to score and give Puebla the surprising 1-0 lead. It was the first real chance for the home side and it was a bad mistake from Rangel to give up the lead. From outside the area, Ruben Gonzalez got off a right footed shot that went wide. Facundo Almada made a run into the area but his right footed shot went wide. Daniel Aguirre made a good move in the area and got off a left footed shot that went just wide. A cross into the area was headed by Bryan Alonso Gonzalez but it was cleared by Puebla's defense. Alonso Gonzalez got off a left footed shot inside the area that Gutierrez saved. The halftime whistle blew and although Chivas had played better, it was Puebla who had the lead at the break.
The 2nd half started with neither team making a substitution as it started to rain heavily in Puebla. Kevin Velasco got off a left footed shot from outside the area that Rangel saved. Alvarado would get the ball in the area and get off a right footed shot that hit the post. Chivas subbed out Fernando Gonzalez and Jordan Carrillo for Omar Govea and Efrain Alvarez. Alvarado got off a right footed shot from outside the area that Gutierrez made a great save on it. Off the ensuing corner kick, Chivas surprised by taking it quickly and Roberto Alvarado got off a great left footed shot inside the area that went past Gutierrez to score and tie the match at 1-1. A cross from Alvarado almost would turn into a shot that almost went in. Govea got off a right footed shot that would go well wide. Puebla subbed out Carlos Baltazar and Eduardo Mustre for Mathias Tomas and Luifer Hernandez. Chivas subbed out Arman

Defensive back Sam Webb tried out for the Broncos on Thursday and he'll be sticking around Denver for a while.
According to multiple reports, the Broncos will sign Webb to their 90-man roster. The team has not announced the move or a corresponding cut, but rookie cornerback Blake Cotton told Chris Tomasson of the Colorado Springs Gazette that he is being waived with an injury settlement.
Webb had eight tackles and a 47-yard fumble return for a touchdown in seven games for the Browns last season. He played in 28 games for the Raiders over the 2022 and 2024 seasons — he played one game for the Panthers in 2023 — and had 37 tackles for Las Vegas.
Cornerback Ricardo Hallman also tried out for the Broncos on Thursday.

#Broncos #tried #tackles #games

Midweek action is here. All kickoff times are in EST. MLS games are available on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, in addition to any other options listed. Let's get into it!
Galatasaray vs Venezia, 12p: It looks like Gianluca Busio was not in Venezia's squad for their 3-0 friendly win over Turkish club Galatasaray.
Lens vs Crystal Palace, 1p: Chris Richards and Palace meet French club RC Lens in a friendly.
PSV vs FC Eindhoven, 2p: Ricardo Pepi, Sergiño Dest, and PSV meet cross-town FC Eindhoven in a traditional preseason friendly known as the Lichtstadderby (Light City Derby).
Rosario Central vs Racing, 8:15p on FOX Deportes, FOX One, Fubo, ViX, TyC Sports: Matko Miljevic and Racing Club meet Rosario Central in the second matchday of Argentina's top league.

#meet #central

Mexican billionaire Ricardo Salinas Pliego is a vocal Bitcoin (BTC) proponent who never misses a chance to talk about what he believes are the advantages offered by the cryptocurrency.
The billionaire holds 70% of his investment portfolio in Bitcoin, believing fiat currencies are going to lose their purchasing power over time.
Salinas thinks Bitcoin could hit $1 million, but he hasn't committed to a deadline yet.
Related: Major gold holder dumps millions as gold falls below $4,000
On July 15, it was revealed that the Grupo Salinas founder and chairman is participating as an anchor investor in ORANGE JUICE HODLINGS, a permanent capital company building a Bitcoin treasury company.

Julian Alvarez's unstoppable 113th-minute strike sends Argentina through to the 2026 World Cup semi-final at Switzerland's expense. The holders were far from their best in all three knockout stage fixtures so far, but they continued fighting until the end to join a star-studded semi-final lineup.
The three-time winners looked in total control in a cagey first-half as Alexis Mac Allister put them in front in the tenth minute. Lionel Messi produced his tenth World Cup ***** ist with a corner-kick delivery.
Murat Yakin's Switzerland massively improved after the break, and they scored the equalizer with Dan Ndoye slotting it home after a perfect one-two with former Wolfsburg defender Ricardo Rodríguez. However, they were reduced to ten when Breel Embolo saw a second yellow card for a dive following a VAR intervention.
Gregor Kobel faced several shots with Argentina dominating the game after the red card. Borussia Dortmund’s shot-stopper and his defense managed to keep the holder until the final ten minutes of extra-time. Following Alvarez's stunning goal, Lautaro Martinez added a third to seal the victory.
Despite stopping Messi from scoring in ten successive World Cup games, Alvarez, who is pushing for a mega summer transfer, ended Switzerland's dream of reaching a first-ever semi-final. Five Bundesliga players featured in Switzerland's first quarter-final since 1938, while seven more had previous stints in Germany's top-flight league.

Argentina defeated 10-man Switzerland in extra time after a wonderful Julian Álvarez strike booked their semi-final spot to set up a tantalising tie against England in the final four of the World Cup.
Argentina started fast and took an early lead from a simple corner routine, with Lionel Messi swinging it into Alexis Mac Allister who steered his header home in the first half.
Dan Ndoye and Ricardo Rodriguez responded in the second half with some lovely link up play before the former tucked the ball past Emiliano Martinez in the Argentine goal from a tight angle on the left to equalize.
However, mere minutes later Switzerland would be reduced to ten after a mistaken identity VAR check led to Breel Embolo being booked for simulation. Switzerland played out the remaining 20 plus minutes before heading into extra time.
In extra time, a moment of Álvarez magic put Argentina ahead before substitute Lautaro Martinez scored deep into extra time to seal the victory for the World Cup holders and ensure their **** le defence continued.

Argentina and Switzerland face each other this Sunday at the Arrowhead for a match of the quarter-finals of the World Cup. The match will be broadcast live at 02:00 on ITV 1.
In their last fixture, Argentina won 3-2 against Egypt (World Cup 2026). In their last game, Switzerland drew 0-0 with Colombia (World Cup 2026).
The last meeting between the two teams ended with Argentina winning 1-0.
Argentina ( vs Egypt 2026-07-07): Emiliano Martínez, Nahuel Molina, Cristián Romero, Lisandro Martínez, Nicolás Tagliafico, Leandro Paredes, Rodrigo De Paul, Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister, Lionel Messi, Julián Alvarez
Switzerland ( vs Colombia 2026-07-07): Gregor Kobel, Denis Zakaria, Nico Elvedi, Manuel Akanji, Ricardo Rodríguez, Granit Xhaka, Remo Freuler, Fabian Rieder, Ardon Jashari, Dan Ndoye, Breel Embolo

Since its 2021 inception, Florida A&M's Strike Tour has been a gateway for Rattler coaches and athletic administrators to engage with alumni across the country and region and raise money for the department.
The Strike Tour, which helps funnel FAMU graduates and donor dollars into the Rattler Athletic Fund, has made a significant difference on The Highest of Seven Hills. For example, the first one in summertime 2021 raised over $500,000 across 11 stops.
The Strike Tour returns in 2026, beginning with a stop at Broward College's Bailey Hall in Davie this Friday, July 10. Start time is at 6 p.m.
It'll feature new head football coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr., head men's basketball coach Charlie Ward, and head women's basketball coach Bridgette Gordon. It's Gray's and Ward's first Strike Tour.
"The Strike Tour is more than a series of events. It's an opportunity to reconnect alumni, supporters, and friends of Florida A&M University around a common purpose: investing in the success of our student-athletes," said Retired Lt. Col. Ricardo "Rick" Kinsey, the president of the Rattler-in-Arms.

The Iberian Derby did not disappoint as Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros bring you an immediate live reaction to Spain's dramatic 1-0 victory over Portugal in the World Cup Round of 16. La Roja's impenetrable defense locked down yet another opponent, extending their incredible clean-sheet streak and booking a spot in the quarterfinals. The hosts heavily criticize Portugal manager Roberto Martinez for his lack of tactical bravery, particularly his decision to relegate a dangerous Rafael Leão to the bench while forcing an immobile 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo into the full 90 minutes. On the flip side, they heap praise on Spain's Mikel Merino, who showcased the ultimate clutch gene by scoring the game-winner just five minutes after subbing into the match.
The conversation then evolves into a deeper debate about legacy as the guys reflect on the end of Cristiano Ronaldo's storied World Cup run. They compare his unceremonious exit to Neymar's recent emotional departure with Brazil, examining how neutrals view the final chapters of these aging icons. In their signature "Stock Up, Stock Down" segment, Christian and Alexis breakdown why Lamine Yamal and Ferran Torres are riding high for Spain , while the entire Portuguese midfield—specifically Bruno Fernandes and Vitinha—sees their stock plummet after failing to find any offensive cohesion on the pitch.
To close out the show, the guys look ahead to the USMNT's monumental knockout match against Belgium. Alexis details how a U.S. victory without starting Folarin Balogun would send a massive statement of respect to the global footballing community , and explains why he prefers to see Ricardo Pepi lead the line from the start. Finally, the show wraps up with a look at some wild fan comments and immediate reaction to breaking news that FIFA has officially fined Balogun $40,000 for his controversial red card incident.
Timestamps:
(0:24) – Spain eliminates Portugal: immediate live reaction to La Roja's tight 1-0 victory.

For a time, El Paso's Ricardo Pepi was considered a likely starter for the United States Men's National Team in its Round of 16 match against Belgium, but that changed when FIFA lifted Folarin Balogun's red-card suspension.
That likely means Pepi will start the match on the bench, as he did in the first match of the tournament and again in the Round of 32 against Bosnia and Herzegovina. He was a second-half sub in both of those games.
More: Was Mexico eliminated from the World Cup? What comes next for Mexico
El Pasoan Alejandro Zendejas is also expected to begin the game on the bench as he looks to see action for the second time in this World Cup.
More: Pepi, Zendejas spark El Paso pride at US soccer watch party for World Cup

Switzerland and Colombia face each other this Tuesday at the BC Place for a match of the Last 16 of the World Cup. The match will be broadcast live at 21:00 on ITV 1.
In their last fixture, Switzerland won 2-0 against Algeria (World Cup 2026). Last time out, Colombia triumphed 1-0 against Ghana (World Cup 2026).
The last meeting between the two teams ended with Colombia winning 3-1.
Switzerland ( vs Algeria 2026-07-03): Gregor Kobel, Denis Zakaria, Nico Elvedi, Manuel Akanji, Ricardo Rodríguez, Granit Xhaka, Remo Freuler, Dan Ndoye, Johan Manzambi, Rubén Vargas, Breel Embolo
Colombia ( vs Ghana 2026-07-04): Camilo Vargas, Daniel Muñoz, Davinson Sánchez, Jhon Lucumí, Johan Mojica, Jhon Arias, Gustavo Puerta, Jefferson Lerma, James Rodríguez, Jhon Córdoba, Luis Díaz

Folarin Balogun will play for the United States Men's National Team when it faces Belgium in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup.
The U.S.'s top goal scorer in this tournament was shown a red card in the Round of 32 win against Bosnia and Herzegovina, which carries an automatic one-game suspension that is not subject to appeal.
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However, FIFA ruled on Sunday that his red card, which came after a video review of a tackle on Tarik Muharemovic, was suspended. FIFA decided that the tackle should not have been flagged by video review, which led to the replay.
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