Switzerland's captain, Granit Xhaka, has vowed his team will give their all in Saturday's FIFA World Cup quarter-final against Argentina, aiming to reach the last four for the first time in decades.

The Swiss side secured their spot after defeating Colombia in a penalty shootout in the Round of 16 and now face the reigning world champions led by Lionel Messi.Xhaka acknowledged the challenge of stopping Messi but emphasized that the team has prepared thoroughly.He stated, 'Regarding the fans, keep dreaming.I am a person who always dreams, and dreams can come true.' Xhaka highlighted the need for organization to limit Messi's influence, saying, 'We have to be very smart.We’ll have to be compact, close the gaps, and not give him too much space.

' He also expressed pride in representing Switzerland, noting, 'After 72 years, to be able to be here with Switzerland and play against a reigning champion just makes me very proud.

' The midfielder stressed the importance of mental preparation and teamwork, stating, 'We are very well prepared and need to showcase our mentality.' The match promises to be a high-stakes encounter, with both teams aiming to advance further in the tournament.