Argentina vs. Switzerland kicks off at 9pm ET (2am BST Sunday) on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. The match airs live on FOX and Telemundo in the US and ITV1 in the UK.
What time does the match start?
Lionel Messi and defending champions Argentina face Switzerland in this quarterfinal after the Swiss reached the last eight by beating Colombia on penalties in Vancouver. The match is the final quarterfinal of the round, following Norway vs England earlier the same day.
Which channel broadcasts the game?
US viewers can follow the English broadcast on FOX or FS1, while Spanish-language coverage runs on Telemundo and streams via Peacock. In the UK, the match falls in the early hours of Sunday, so ITV1 and ITVX carry the overnight broadcast.
Why this match matters
Argentina, the reigning champions, look to defend their title with Messi still leading the attack at Arrowhead Stadium. Switzerland’s run to the quarterfinals marks one of the surprise stories of the tournament after their penalty-shootout win over Colombia.
The winner advances to face the victor of Norway vs. England in the semifinal, set for Atlanta. That semifinal slot raises the stakes for both sides heading into Saturday night in Kansas City.
What comes next?
If Argentina win, they stay on course to defend their World Cup crown and extend Messi’s tournament legacy. If Switzerland advances, it would rank among the biggest upsets of the 2026 World Cup.
