Argentina vs. Egypt: Who will winner play in World Cup quarterfinals?

Argentina vs. Egypt highlights the stakes of the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 as Lionel Messi’s side seeks to avoid another major upset. Argentina, ranked No. 1 in the latest FIFA update, beat Egypt in this knockout stage after a first-half Messi goal helped Argentina secure a 3-2 win over Cape Verde the previous match. Egypt advanced by defeating Australia on penalty kicks in the Round of 32, with Mohammed Salah converting one of its four successful spot kicks while playing through a hamstring strain from the Iran match. The winner of Argentina vs. Egypt will face the victor of Switzerland vs. Colombia, taking place Saturday, July 11 in Kansas City. The match is set for Tuesday, July 7 at 12 p.m. ET at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, aired on Fox and Telemundo and streamed via Fubo and Peacock.