Alexis Mac Allister gave Argentina an early lead with a header from a corner kick in the World Cup quarter-final against Switzerland on July 11, 2026, in Kansas City. The Liverpool midfielder’s goal put the defending champions ahead 1-0 in a match that determined who would advance to the tournament’s semi-finals.
Mac Allister connected on the set piece early in the match, showcasing Argentina’s ability to capitalize on dead-ball opportunities. The 27-year-old has been a key player in Argentina’s midfield throughout the 2026 tournament, contributing both defensively and in the attacking third.
Argentina reached the quarter-finals after a dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt in the round of 16, with Mac Allister playing a significant role in that match as well. Switzerland advanced to face the defending champions after defeating Colombia 4-3 on penalties in their round-of-16 clash.
The quarter-final fixture marked a crucial test for Argentina’s hopes of repeating their 2022 World Cup triumph. Mac Allister, who was part of the 2022 World Cup-winning squad, has developed into a more prominent attacking contributor for Argentina in the intervening years.
Sources
- FOX Sports — confirmed Mac Allister’s header from a corner kick gave Argentina a 1-0 lead vs Switzerland
- FIFA — verified the quarter-final location as Kansas City and tournament context
- The New York Times — provided match lineup and tournament updates
