The last World Cup quarterfinal has arrived. We've scoured international viewing options to highlight everything you need to know about how to watch Argentina vs. Switzerland, including free and global streaming options.
Defending champions Argentina made an epic comeback in their Round of 16 match against Egypt. Egypt led 2-0 until the 79-minute mark, when Argentina came to life and scored three goals, one of which came from all-time World Cup leading goal scorer Lionel Messi. Now, they'll duke it out in Kansas City against Switzerland, who finished their Round of 16 match against Colombia 0-0 and eventually won in a penalty shootout. Argentina is a three-time World Cup champion, while Switzerland's team has consistently gotten stuck in the quarterfinals.
If you're hoping to tune in, you've come to the right place. Keep reading to learn some of the best international streaming options. If you're interested in keeping up with the rest of the tournament, including the semis and final, you can check out our where to watch World Cup guide.
Where to watch Argentina vs. Switzerland for free
World Cup fans in several countries are in luck this year. There are tons of free options for all of the games, including Argentina vs. Switzerland. This match is available to stream for free on ITVX in the UK, SBS On Demand in Australia, Rai Play in Italy, and Tabii in Turkey.
US viewers can watch at no immediate cost with a free trial from a live TV service, such as Fubo or YouTube TV.
How to watch Argentina vs. Switzerland from anywhere
If you're away from the location where any of these streaming services work, don't worry. You can access the free options from anywhere with a VPN (virtual private network). VPNs are easy-to-use apps that let people temporarily change the location on their devices so their favorite websites work from anywhere in the world. They're popular among those looking to keep up with their usual services while traveling abroad or hoping to boost their day-to-day cybersecurity and privacy.
NordVPN consistently ranks among the best VPNs we've tested. It's fast, user-friendly, and offers an impressive selection of global servers. Plus, it includes a 30-day money-back guarantee, so there's no sweat if it's not what you're looking for.
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Where to watch Argentina vs. Switzerland in the US
Argentina vs. Switzerland, and much of the rest of the tournament, will air on FOX in the US. Other matches will be available through FS1. If you're a cord-cutter looking for a streaming service to watch the rest of the World Cup, you have several options.
YouTube TV carries FOX and FS1 in both its main and sports plans. The main plan typically costs $83 a month, but a limited-time deal can bring the first five months down to $68 a month for new customers. Similarly, the sports plan typically costs $65 a month, but new users can get $10 a month off their first 12 months. YouTube TV also typically offers a free trial for first-time customers.
Fubo Sports + News offers FOX, FS1, and around 28 other channels in its lineup. Subscriptions also unlock access to ESPN Unlimited. If you're looking for even more channels, FOX and FS1 are also available in Fubo's pricier Core and Ultra plans. Fubo plans start at $65 a month, but first-time customers can get at least $10 off their first month after a free trial.
Fans interested in Spanish-language coverage in the US will need to subscribe to Peacock. Sports-friendly plans start at $11 a month for Peacock Premium and unlock access to all 104 World Cup matches.
Where to watch Argentina vs. Switzerland in the UK
BBC and ITV split coverage rights in the UK, but Argentina vs. Switzerland is available on ITV. This means fans will be able to live stream all of the action for free with an ITVX account. Users just need to create an account if they don't already have one, and then they're all set to start watching.
Where to watch Argentina vs. Switzerland in Australia
All World Cup games, including Argentina vs. Switzerland, are available to live stream on SBS On Demand in Australia. This is a free streaming service that supports SBS channels and just requires account creation to use.
Where to watch Argentina vs. Switzerland in Italy
The full World Cup tournament live streams on DAZN in Italy, but a handful of games are available on RAI, including today's Argentina vs. Switzerland match. Rai Play is a free streaming option, and users just need to create an account if they don't already have one, and then they're all set to start streaming.
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