Argentina survives another scare courtesy of Switzerland to advance to World Cup semifinals
Argentina and Switzerland had some very different World Cup resumes coming into Saturday night's quarterfinal match in Kansas City. The Lionel Messi-led Argentina team is battling to win its second World Cup in a row, while the Swiss found themselves in the quarterfinals for the first time since 1954 after defeating Colombia on penalties. Argentina survived a scare against Egypt, and that set up an interesting matchup between an offensive juggernaut and a Swiss squad that has leaned on its defense. FOX ONE’S NEW WORLD CUP VIEWING EXPERIENCE It didn't take too long for Argentina's offense to get started. In the 10th minute, moments after Messi sailed a corner past the front of the net, Alexis Mac Allister put the reigning champs on the board. Argentina continued to control possession, though only slightly, while Switzerland matched it stride for stride and created a handful of chances. Argentina, meanwhile, failed to capitalize on a couple of excellent opportunities. The ...