The 2022 FIFA World Cup continued on Fox on Friday, with Argentina defeating the Netherlands on penalties at the Lusail Stadium in Qatar in the tournament’s second quarter-final match.
Argentina took control of the match, leading 2–0, with Nahuel Molina scoring in the first half and Lionel Messi scoring from a penalty kick in the second half. Watt Weghorst scored with a header in the 83rd minute to make it 2–1, then scored again in the 11th minute of extra time. (Netherlands VS. Argentina Highlights: Argentina Go Ahead In Thriller)
In extra time both teams remained goalless and penalty kicks were applied. Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez saved the first two kicks, keeping Argentina in control before winning 4–3 on penalties.
Argentina Will Now Face Croatia In The Semi-Finals, Which Starts On Tuesday.
Croatia stunned tournament favorites Brazil in the first quarterfinal meeting on Friday, winning on penalty kicks and sealing their ticket to the semi-final round.
