Argentina trained yesterday at the Compass Minerals National Performance Center, eyes set on Saturday's clash with Switzerland. After the 3‑2 win over Egypt in Atlanta, Lionel Scaloni's squad arrived in the U.S. City at 22:00 local time and settled at the Origin Hotel, the same base used during the group stage.
Players who logged more than 30 minutes against Egypt will focus on recovery work, while those who did not touch the ball will undertake intense ball drills. Three sessions are planned before the Kansas City Stadium showdown, the venue where the team debuted in the World Cup with a rout of Algeria. The plan is to stay in the city until the day before the match, or at most two days before a possible Atlanta trip for the semifinals.
Switzerland eliminated Colombia on penalties in Vancouver and arrives as a historic hurdle; Argentina beat the Swiss in the 2014 round of 16 and aims to repeat the feat. Scaloni stresses tactical discipline and the speed of the full‑backs, areas where Switzerland usually excels. Also, Argentina comes in on a three‑match winning streak (3W‑0D‑0L), bolstered by the latest result : Angola 0‑2 Argentina (2025‑11‑14).
If Argentina reaches the semifinals, they will return to Atlanta on July 15 to face the winner of the Norway‑England tie. The tight schedule forces the team to keep focus in Kansas City, replicating the formula that worked in Brazil 2014. With minds sharp and bodies recovered, the Albiceleste aims to cement a place among the world’s top four.
Supporters hope to see Lionel Messi lead once more, though his minutes will be managed carefully. All eyes are also on Julián Álvarez, who displayed great dynamism against Egypt. The blend of experience and youth will be decisive to beat Switzerland and keep the World Cup dream alive.
