Lionel Messi’s Argentina will aim to make the most of their 2026 FIFA World Cup lifeline when they take on Switzerland in Kansas City – and you can stream the quarter-finals live and free around the world.
The reigning champions were on the verge of a shock exit when they led Egypt 2-0 with 11 minutes remaining in the round of 16, but Messi stepped up to lead an extraordinary comeback. The Albiceleste skipper provided an assist and a goal to restore parity, before Enzo Fernandez headed home in stoppage time to snatch a 3-2 victory. Having also survived a last-16 scare against Cape Verde, Lionel Scaloni’s men will be hoping for an easier mission at Arrowhead Stadium, where they beat Algeria 3-0 in their opening match.
Switzerland have already made history just by reaching this stage, becoming the first World Cup quarter-finalists since 1954 and winning a first knockout match since 1938. Murat Yakin’s side beat Colombia on penalties in the round of 16 after an uneventful 0-0 draw, the Nati’s second consecutive clean sheet. They suffered the blow of losing influential attacking midfielder Johan Manzambi to injury before the round of 16 victory, putting the 20-year-old’s chances of a further role in the tournament in doubt.
Whoever wins today will draw against England after beating Norway after extra time.
So read on as we show you exactly how to watch Argentina vs Switzerland for free from anywhere during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How to watch Argentina vs Switzerland for free
Argentina vs Switzerland is available for free in several countries, including the United Kingdom, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.
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Argentina vs Switzerland team news
Argentina XI: Emiliano Martinez; Nahuel Molina, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martínez, Nicolás Tagliafico; Leandro Paredes, Enzo Fernández; Rodrigo De Paul, Alexis Mac Allister, Lionel Messi; Julian Alvarez
Switzerland XI: Gregory Kobel; Manuel Akanji, Nico Elvedi, Ricardo Rodriguez; Fabian Rieder, Granit Xhaka, Remo Freuler, Denis Zakaria; Breel Embolo, Djibril Sow, Dan Ndoye
Use a VPN to watch Argentina vs Switzerland live streams
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How to watch Argentina vs Switzerland in the United States
American viewers can watch Argentina vs Switzerland on Fox (commentary in English) or Teleworld (Spanish commentary).
Both Fox and Telemundo are available on cord cutters like YouTube TV (free trial), Hulu+Live TV, Sling (certain markets), Fubo Or DirectTV.
Those looking for a streaming service can instead watch Argentina vs Switzerland on Fox One (3-day free trial). Telemundo is also available through Peacock ($10.99/month).
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How to watch Argentina vs Switzerland in the UK
UK customers are lucky because they can stream Argentina vs Switzerland for free on ITV. Live coverage is enabled ITV1 And ITVX.
You need a TV license and a valid UK postcode for an account (eg SE1 7PB).
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How to watch Argentina vs Switzerland in Australia
Argentina vs Switzerland will be broadcast for free in Australia on SBS on demand.
The streaming platform offers every match of the tournament for free, making it the perfect place to watch the World Cup.
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How to watch Argentina vs Switzerland in Canada
In Canada, TSN and free channel Connected TV will broadcast Argentina vs Switzerland.
You can stream live via the TSN+ streaming platform, which costs CA$8 per month or CA$80 per year.
CTV will need the TV provider’s login information for you to watch online for free.
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Argentina vs Switzerland: match information
What time does Argentina vs Switzerland start?
Argentina vs Switzerland will begin at 2am BST / 11am AEST on Sunday July 12. It will be 9:00 p.m. ET on Saturday July 11 in the United States.
Who are the teams for the Argentina vs Switzerland match?
Argentina
Goalkeepers: Juan Musso (Atletico Madrid), Geronimo Rulli (Marseille), Emiliano Martinez (Aston Villa).
Defenders: Marcos Senesi (Bournemouth), Nicolas Tagliafico (Lyon), Gonzalo Montiel (River Plate), Lisandro Martinez (Manchester United), Cristian Romero (Tottenham), Nicolas Otamendi (Benfica), Facundo Medina (Marseille), Nahuel Molina (Atletico Madrid).
Midfield: Leandro Paredes (River Plate), Rodrigo de Paul (Inter Miami), Valentin Barco (Strasbourg), Giovani lo Celso (Real Betis), Ezequiel Palacios (Bayer Leverkusen), Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool), Enzo Fernandez (Chelsea).
Advantages: Julian Alvarez (Atletico Madrid), Lionel Messi (Inter Miami), Nicolas Gonzalez (Atletico Madrid), Thiago Almada (Atletico Madrid), Giuliano Simeone (Atletico Madrid), Nico Paz (Como), José Manuel Lopez (Palmeiras), Lautaro Martinez (Inter Milan).
Swiss
Goalkeepers: Marvin Keller (Young Boys), Gregor Kobel (Borussia Dortmund), Yvon Mvogo (Lorient).
Defenders: Manuel Akanji (Inter Milan), Aurele Amenda (Eintracht Frankfurt), Eray Comert (Valencia), Nico Elvedi (Borussia Moenchengladbach), Luca Jaquez (VfB Stuttgart), Miro Muheim (Hamburg), Ricardo Rodriguez (Real Betis), Silvan Widmer (Mainz).
Midfield: Michel Aebischer (Pisa), Christian Fassnacht (Young Boys), Remo Freuler (Bologna), Ardon Jashari (AC Milan), Johan Manzambi (Fribourg), Fabian Rieder (Augsburg), Djibril Sow, Ruben Vargas (both Sevilla), Granit Xhaka (Sunderland), Denis Zakaria (Monaco).
Advantages: Zeki Amdouni (Burnley), Breel Embolo (Stade Rennais), Cédric Itten (Fortuna Dusseldorf), Dan Ndoye (Nottingham Forest), Noah Okafor (Leeds United).
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Scene |
Argentina |
Swiss |
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Group stage |
Group J: 1st, 9 points |
Group B: 1st, 7 points |
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last 32 |
Beat Cape Verde (3-2 AET) |
Beat Algeria (2-0) |
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last 16 |
Beat Egypt (3-2) |
Beat Colombia (0-0 AET; 4-3 pens) |
Can I watch Argentina vs Switzerland on my mobile?
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