Prediction markets put the probability at 25%: Will Argentina be eliminated in the Quarterfinals of the World Cup. Currently, markets see this as unlikely (25% YES). FIFA rankings for all 2026 World Cup quarterfinal teams.
Defending champions Argentina advanced to the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals after a dramatic 3-2 comeback over Egypt on July 7 in Atlanta, scoring three goals after the 79th minute. Cristian Romero netted during the rally, with Lionel Messi orchestrating the turnaround for Lionel Scaloni's side. Whether Argentina be eliminated in the quarterfinals of the World Cup now hinges on a matchup against Switzerland at Arrowhead Stadium. Argentina's roster — headlined by Lautaro Martínez, Julián Álvarez and Messi — enters as a clear favorite by the odds, reflected in the current standings of remaining contenders. [USA Today, Jul 08]
The quarterfinal field was reshaped by upsets that thinned the record of powerhouses. All three co-hosts exited in the round of 16: Canada fell 3-0 to Morocco, Mexico lost 3-2 to England, and the United States was routed 4-1 by Belgium. Portugal and Brazil also crashed out, ending the World Cup careers of Cristiano Ronaldo and seemingly Neymar. That leaves Spain and France among the surviving elite, but Switzerland ranks well below Argentina in the FIFA standings entering the round. On form, the chance Argentina be eliminated in the quarterfinals of the World Cup reads as a genuine but minority outcome against an upstart opponent lacking comparable star power. [ESPN, Jul 08]
History favors the Albiceleste: reigning champions carry pedigree, and Argentina's 2022 title run underscores their tournament experience in tight knockout ties. The Egypt scare, however, exposed defensive lapses that Switzerland could exploit, keeping the elimination scenario live. Off the pitch, enthusiasm boiled over when police in Córdoba detained more than 40 fans after the Egypt win. Next, the winner at Arrowhead advances to a semifinal against the victor of the other bracket half, meaning any answer to whether Argentina be eliminated in the quarterfinals of the World Cup will be settled on the field in Kansas City. [Chicago Tribune, Jul 11]
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