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Lionel Messi's Argentina defeats Egypt 3-2 and Switzerland meets Colombia at World Cup, in photos
Argentina's Lionel Messi (10) celebrates at the end of the World Cup round of 16 soccer match between Argentina and Egypt in Atlanta, Tuesday, July 7, 2026. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
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By The Associated Press
Argentina opened the round of 16 action at the World Cup on Tuesday by defeating Egypt 3-2 in Atlanta. Lionel Messi scored again for the defending champions. The round finishes when Switzerland faces Colombia in Vancouver, British Columbia. Colombia will look to forward Luis Díaz and Switzerland will rely on captain Granit Xhaka as both teams chase a spot in the quarterfinals.
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