Lionel Messi Praises Argentina's Consistency After World Cup Quarter-Final Win

Messi Celebrates Team's Achievement

In Missouri, USA, on July 13, Argentina's captain Lionel Messi expressed his admiration for the team's impressive consistency following their 3-1 triumph over Switzerland in the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026. He emphasized that the squad has become accustomed to remarkable achievements.

Reflecting on Argentina's journey to the semi-finals, Messi noted that the team's ability to maintain its status among the elite after securing numerous major titles is a significant accomplishment that should not be overlooked.

Messi remarked, "This group has conditioned people to expect extraordinary outcomes. It’s challenging to transition from being world champions, winning everything, and still competing at the highest level, remaining among the top four, and reaching another semi-final. This is not a common feat," as reported by a sports media outlet.

With their victory over Switzerland, Argentina has advanced to the semi-finals, where they will compete against England for a chance to reach the final.

Argentina's win against Switzerland marked their third consecutive knockout-stage match in which they scored three goals, showcasing their formidable form. This has set the stage for two exciting semi-final matchups, with France facing Spain and England going up against the defending champions, Argentina. Each of these teams topped their respective groups but took unique paths to reach this stage.

The semi-final winner between France and Spain will meet either England or Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, which is set to begin at 12:30 AM IST on July 20. The teams that do not advance will compete in the third-place playoff.