Argentina and Switzerland meet Saturday night with a place in the World Cup semifinals on the line.
Lionel Messi remains the obvious focal point for the defending champions, but Switzerland possess enough size and transition threat to make this more competitive than the outright odds suggest.
My Argentina vs. Switzerland parlay targets two players capable of finding the net at a much bigger price.
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Our best Argentina vs Switzerland parlay
If Argentina find the scoresheet, there's a good chance Lionel Messi has his fingerprints all over it. He's been one of the tournament's best player, leading the attack while continuing to create and finish chances at an elite level. The value comes from pairing him with Breel Embolo at +700.
Switzerland will likely spend stretches defending, but Embolo gives them a genuine outlet whenever they break. His combination of pace, power, and aerial ability creates a difficult matchup for Argentina's center backs, who don't possess his physical profile.
One quality transition or well-delivered cross is all Embolo needs. With Messi expected to do his part, this plus-money combination offers intriguing value.
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