Argentina vs. Switzerland Lineups Confirmed, XIs: Johan Manzambi Injury Update

The Argentina vs. Switzerland lineups are confirmed for today’s Quarterfinal World Cup match at 9:00 p.m. ET on FOX. Argentina seeks their second consecutive World Cup Semifinals appearance as they defend their 2022 World Cup title. Meanwhile, Switzerland would advance to their first World Cup Semifinals with a win tonight. 

Argentina has made no changes to their lineup tonight. Switzerland continues to shift their starting XI due to breakout star Johan Manzambi’s knee injury.

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Let’s take a look at the confirmed Argentina vs. Switzerland lineups and the latest Johan Manzambi injury report for tonight’s Quarterfinal match before you make your Argentina vs. Switzerland prediction on PrizePicks.

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Johan Manzambi Injury Update: Is Manzambi Playing Today vs. Argentina?

Switzerland attacking midfielder Johan Manzambi missed the Round of 16 match vs. Colombia with a knee injury, and he will miss tonight’s game against Argentina. 

This is a major blow for the Swiss, as Manzambi is Switzerland’s top goal scorer with 3 goals. Plus, his 2 assists are tied with ST Breel Embolo for the most on the team. The 20-year-old is the youngest player to record 5 goal involvements at the World Cup since 1966.

According to FotMob, Manzambi — who recently joined Newcastle United — has tallied 1.35 goals (98th percentile), 0.90 assists (94th percentile), 1.35 shots on target (87th percentile), and 1.35 big chances created per 90 (98th percentile) during the World Cup.

In his only absence in the Round of 16, Switzerland failed to log a goal and needed penalty kicks to advance. Argentina’s defense poses a challenge, conceding only 3.0 expected goals over five matches (second-fewest in the Quarterfinals).

Switzerland manager Murat Yakin stated ahead of tonight’s match, “We tried everything that we could to get him back, unfortunately, he’s unable to perform tomorrow.” 

Right winger Fabian Reider replaced Manzambi in the starting lineup vs. Colombia, and that’s continuing for Saturday’s starting XI.

With the latest Manzambi injury report officially tabbing Switzerland’s breakout star as out, let’s look at the full Argentina vs. Switzerland lineups.

Confirmed Argentina Lineup vs. Switzerland for World Cup Quarterfinals

Formation: 4-4-2

• Goalkeeper: Emiliano Martínez
• Defenders: Nahuel Molina, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martínez, Nicolás Tagliafico
• Midfielders: Rodrigo De Paul, Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister, Leandro Paredes
• Forwards: Lionel Messi, Julián Álvarez

Argentina subs vs. Switzerland: Juan Musso, Gerónimo Rulli, Leonardo Balerdi, Facundo Medina, Gonzalo Montiel, Nicolás Otamendi, Thiago Almada, Valentín Barco, Giovani Lo Celso, Lautaro Martínez, Giuliano Simeone, Nico Paz, José Manuel López, Nicolás González

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Confirmed Switzerland Lineup vs. Argentina for World Cup Quarterfinals

Formation: 4-2-3-1

• Goalkeeper: Gregor Kobel
• Defenders: Denis Zakaria, Nico Elvedi, Manuel Akanji, Ricardo Rodríguez
• Midfielders: Granit Xhaka, Remo Freuler, Djibril Sow
• Forwards: Dan Ndoye, Breel Embolo, Fabian Rieder

Switzerland subs vs. Argentina: Marvin Keller, Yvon Mvogo, Aurèle Amenda, Eray Coemert, Luca Jaquez, Miro Muheim, Silvan Widmer, Michel Aebischer, Zeki Amdouni, Christian Fassnacht, Cedric Itten, Noah Okafor, Ardon Jashari

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Argentina vs. Switzerland Lineups Analysis: Sow Starting, Manzambi Out

Argentina’s starting XI for tonight’s match brings no surprising notes, as they roll out the same lineup from their thrilling 3-2 win over Egypt. 

As usual, this attack will look to feed ST Lionel Messi. Meanwhile, the defense could look to tighten its play after allowing 2 goals in back-to-back knockout matches.

As mentioned, Fabian Rieder replaces Johan Manzambi in the starting lineup for the second consecutive game. After playing 28.8 minutes per match over the first four games at the World Cup, Rieder logged 103 minutes in the Round of 16 vs. Colombia.

The Swiss are also making a change in the midfield, with Djibril Sow replacing Ardon Jashari in the starting lineup. Jashari had logged only 1 minute before the Round of 16, staying in a limited role with 45 minutes vs. Colombia.

Sow’s held the more prominent role, proven by 75 minutes in the Round of 16. Switzerland manager Yakin has made the nod, sending Jashari to the bench for tonight’s tilt.

Manzambi’s absence emphasizes Switzerland’s potentially limited attack. They managed to win possession 53-47 vs. Colombia, but the Swiss defense was blitzed by 15 shots from Colombia. Will inserting Sow into the starting midfield solve their issues against the defending World Cup champions?

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Manzambi will miss his second consecutive game, harming Switzerland’s chances of pulling off a massive upset tonight. Argentina is rolling with the same starting lineup as they lean on their championship pedigree to advance to a second straight World Cup Semifinals.

Now that the Argentina vs. Switzerland lineups are confirmed with Johan Manzambi out, it’s time to lock in your World Cup predictions. On PrizePicks, you can pick your players, predict More or Less on their stats, and cash in if you’re right.

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