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Argentina vs Switzerland is the World Cup 2026 fixture scheduled for 12 July 2026, pitting the world’s second-ranked side against a Swiss team sitting 14th in the global standings. The two nations have crossed paths only four times on record, and Argentina have never lost that matchup — making this head-to-head one of the more one-sided in the tournament’s knockout rounds.
Head-to-Head Record
Across four recorded meetings, Argentina hold a clear edge: two wins, two draws and zero defeats. They have scored six goals to Switzerland’s two, giving an average of exactly 2.0 goals per match in this matchup. The sample is limited, and the most recent encounter dates back to 2014, so context from current form carries significant weight here.
| Date | Match | Score | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jul 2014 | Argentina vs Switzerland | 0-0 | 2014 |
| 29 Feb 2012 | Switzerland vs Argentina | 1-3 | 2012 |
| 2 Jun 2007 | Switzerland vs Argentina | 1-1 | — |
| 19 Jul 1966 | Argentina vs Switzerland | 2-0 | 1966 |
Argentina: Recent Form
Argentina arrive at this fixture in formidable shape. Their last six matches read W D W W W W — five wins and a single draw, with no defeats. They have scored 15 goals and conceded just four across those six outings, averaging 2.5 goals for and 0.67 against per match. Three clean sheets and a points-per-game rate of 2.67 underline a side that has been both prolific and defensively solid throughout the tournament. Notably, they have not failed to score in any of their six matches.
- vs Egypt (H, 7 Jul 2026): 3-2 — W
- vs Cabo Verde (H, 3 Jul 2026): 1-1 — D
- vs Jordan (A, 28 Jun 2026): 3-1 — W
- vs Austria (H, 22 Jun 2026): 2-0 — W
Switzerland: Recent Form
Switzerland head into this match unbeaten in their last six, posting a record of W D W W D D — three wins and three draws. They have scored 10 goals and conceded four, averaging 1.67 goals for and 0.67 against per match. Two clean sheets are a positive, though one failure to score and a points-per-game rate of 2.0 suggest a side that, while resilient, has been less consistent in the final third than their opponents.
- vs Colombia (H, 7 Jul 2026): 0-0 — D
- vs Algeria (H, 3 Jul 2026): 2-0 — W
- vs Canada (H, 24 Jun 2026): 2-1 — W
- vs Bosnia and Herzegovina (H, 18 Jun 2026): 4-1 — W
Form and Record at a Glance
- Head-to-head (4 meetings): Argentina 2 wins, 2 draws — Switzerland 0 wins
- Argentina last 6: 5W 1D 0L — points-per-game 2.67
- Switzerland last 6: 3W 3D 0L — points-per-game 2.0
- Argentina goals (last 6): 15 scored, 4 conceded — 3 clean sheets, 0 blanks
- Switzerland goals (last 6): 10 scored, 4 conceded — 2 clean sheets, 1 blank
- Average goals in H2H meetings: 2.0 per match
How Argentina and Switzerland Compare
Both sides share an identical defensive average of 0.67 goals conceded per match over their last six, yet Argentina have been considerably more productive going forward, averaging 2.5 goals per match compared to Switzerland’s 1.67. Argentina’s points-per-game of 2.67 also edges Switzerland’s 2.0, reflecting the difference between a side built on winning matches and one that has relied on draws in three of its last six. The historical record — Argentina unbeaten in all four encounters — adds further context to a matchup where the rankings gap of 12 places broadly aligns with the statistical picture.
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FAQ
What is the head-to-head record between Argentina and Switzerland?
In four recorded meetings, Argentina have won two and drawn two, with Switzerland yet to claim a victory. Argentina have scored six goals in those matches to Switzerland’s two.
When did Argentina and Switzerland last meet?
Their most recent encounter was on 1 July 2014, when the match ended 0-0. Prior to that, Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 in a fixture played on 29 February 2012.
What is Argentina’s form heading into the World Cup 2026 fixture?
Argentina have won five and drawn one of their last six matches, scoring 15 goals and conceding four — a run that includes three clean sheets and no games in which they failed to score.
What is Switzerland’s form ahead of the World Cup 2026 match?
Switzerland are unbeaten in their last six matches (3W 3D), scoring 10 goals and conceding four, with two clean sheets and one game in which they failed to find the net.