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World Cup 2022 Scores: Saturday's Results and Sunday's Round of 16 Schedule

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Argentina and the Netherlands finalized the first quarterfinal matchup at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar on Saturday.

The Dutch used a 3-1 victory over the United States men's national team to become the tournament's first quarterfinalist.

Argentina rode goals from Lionel Messi and Julian Alvarez into the final eight, as it eliminated Australia in Saturday's second game.

The quarterfinal showdown between the European and South American sides marks the fifth time they have faced each other in the World Cup. Argentina eliminated the Dutch in the 2014 semifinals in their last meeting.

Over the next three days, the Dutch and Argentinians will be joined by six other teams in the final eight.