When the World Cup ends, 47 teams will have been eliminated, and we're grading every one on how its run compared with expectations.

For the tournament, we are taking a look at the major incidents to examine and explain the process in terms of both VAR protocol and the laws of the game.

Scaloni on Argentina's World Cup: 'Sometimes luck can be on your side'

Messi: World Cup semifinal against England will be a 'special match'

A 112th-minute winner to seal a spot in the World Cup semifinals? No, it wasn't Lionel Messi coming up with the goods, but the Albiceleste's supporting cast -- who all stepped up after the Swiss defense quieted the Argentina captain.

Switzerland fans go crazy as they equalize vs. Argentina

Laurens: Argentina have been very underwhelming

Julián Álvarez sent defending champions Argentina into the World Cup semifinals with an extra-time goal against Switzerland.

Swiss pain as Argentina's Alvarez knocks Switzerland out of the World Cup

Julian Alvarez starred with a 112th minute strike to keep Argentina's title defence alive.

Argentina fans celebrate reaching the World Cup semifinals after beating Switzerland

Group B at the 2026 World Cup features Canada, Qatar, Switzerland and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Find out more about their history at the World Cup.