Switzerland held to 1-1 draw with Qatar at World Cup, coach Yakin erupts

In the group stage match, Qatar equalised in the 94th minute through Boualem Khoukhi, leaving the game at 1‑1 and denying Switzerland full three points. Swiss goalkeeper Gregor Kobel called the result “incredibly bitter”, while coach Murat Yakin threw a bottle onto the pitch in visible frustration.

Swiss media and players reacted strongly. Granit Xhaka urged the team to “come down to earth”, and commentators questioned whether the Swiss national side had lost touch with reality after the late concession. Qatar celebrated the point as historic, with striker Akram Afif expressing pride and optimism for the next game.