Switzerland

Argentina have scored 16 goals from 8 different players but needed extra time in two of three knockout matches. England have 13 goals from just three scorers — Bellingham and Kane account for 12 — but won their quarter-final with a 93rd-minute Bellingham strike. One team has depth. The other has destiny. The data reveals a semi-final shaped by mirror formations, contrasting vulnerabilities, and two very different paths to survival.

Argentina secures a convincing 3-1 victory over Switzerland, with Alexis Mac Allister's early goal in the 10th minute setting the tone for a decisive performance. Dominating the shot count 22-11, Argentina effectively controls the match, capitalizing on their offensive pressure to maintain the lead and dictate the game's tempo.

Canada's dominance in possession (61%) fails to translate into victory as they draw 1-1 with Bosnia and Herzegovina. Despite controlling the game, Canada concedes early to Jovo Lukic's 21st-minute goal. Their territorial advantage eventually yields an equalizer, but the lack of clinical finishing leaves them unrewarded.

Canada's 6-0 victory over Qatar is defined by their possession dominance, which allowed them to dictate the match tempo and territory. The turning point comes at the 16th minute with Cyle Larin's goal, setting the stage for Jonathan David's heroics. Canada's overwhelming 32-2 shot advantage underscores their control and relentless attacking pressure.

England win the bronze medal in a stunning 6-4 victory after leading 4-0 at halftime, surviving a ferocious French comeback led by Mbappé — who broke the all-time World Cup scoring record — before Saka's hat-trick penalty and Bellingham's late strike sealed the greatest third-place match ever played.

In a match defined by late drama, Qatar salvages a 1-1 draw against Switzerland with a last-minute equalizer. Breel Embolo's 17th-minute goal initially puts Switzerland ahead, but despite their 26 shots to Qatar's 6, they fail to secure victory. The late equalizer underscores Switzerland's inability to capitalize on their dominance.

Switzerland secures a convincing 2-0 victory over Algeria, with Breel Embolo's early goal in the 10th minute setting the tone. The Swiss dominance is evident as they outshoot Algeria 5-2 on target, effectively stifling Algerian attacks and maintaining control throughout the match.

Switzerland's 4-1 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina is defined by their possession dominance, which allowed them to dictate the match's tempo. Johan Manzambi's decisive goal in the 74th minute broke the deadlock, capitalizing on Switzerland's control to outshoot their opponents 13-5, ultimately securing a commanding win.

Switzerland's clinical finishing secures a 2-1 victory over Canada, with Rubén Vargas's decisive goal in the 46th minute marking the turning point. Despite Canada outshooting Switzerland 13 to 6, the Swiss capitalize on their chances, demonstrating precision in front of goal that ultimately defines the match's outcome.

In an open contest that ended 0-0, Switzerland and Colombia engaged in an end-to-end draw characterized by dynamic transitions and frequent goal attempts. Despite Colombia's 15 shots to Switzerland's 7, neither side found a breakthrough, highlighting the defensive resilience and lack of clinical finishing that defined the match's DNA.