2026 WC: Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties to reach quarter-finals
Switzerland progressed to the World Cup quarter-finals after a goalless game was decided by a penalty shootout, which the European side won 4-3 against Colombia. The game was a cagey 120 minutes.
Switzerland reached the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 1954. Colombia had the first chance of the game just after 20 minutes, with Gustavo Puerta's effort saved by Gregor Kobel. Switzerland had an opportunity nine minutes later when Fabian Rieder's strike forced a save from Camilo Vargas, who also saved a shot from Dan Ndoye a couple of minutes later. The second half offered fewer opportunities. In the 93rd minute of extra time, Colombia was denied a penalty after Jaminton Campaz was tripped by Miro Muheim. Five minutes later, Jhon Lucumí's header rattled the crossbar. Zeki Amdouni had Switzerland's best chance in extra time, forcing a save from Vargas. Campaz missed a late opportunity in extra time after a defensive mishap by Granit Xhaka.
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Switzerland and Colombia faced off in a crucial World Cup quarter-final match, with both teams vying for a spot in the next stage of the tournament.
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