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Switzerland reaches World Cup quarter‑finals after penalty win over Colombia

On 7 July 2026 at BC Place in Vancouver, the round‑of‑16 match between Switzerland and Colombia ended 0‑0 after regular time and extra‑time. The tie was decided by a penalty shoot‑out, which Switzerland won 4‑3. Swiss players Granit Xhaka, Zeki Amdouni, Cedric Itten and Ruben Vargas converted, while Manuel Akanji missed. Colombia’s Juan Fernando Quintero, Jaminton Campaz and Luis Díaz scored, but Davinson Sánchez, Cucho Hernández and Manuel Akanji failed.

The victory sends Switzerland to the quarter‑finals for the first time since 1954, where they will face defending champions Argentina. Switzerland entered the match without midfielder Johan Manzambi, sidelined with a knee injury. Both teams had limited clear‑cut chances, with goalkeepers Gregor Kobel and Camilo Vargas making key saves throughout the game.

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Colombia Switzerland WCup Soccer [www.daytondailynews.com]