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Switzerland vs Colombia FIFA 2026 Highlights: Switzerland booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals after defeating Colombia 4-3 in a penalty shootout following a tense goalless draw in the Round of 16. The match, played at Vancouver Stadium, remained level after 90 minutes and extra time before Switzerland held their nerve in the shootout.
With this victory, Switzerland reached the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time since 1954 and will now face defending champions Argentina in the last eight.
Match Details: Switzerland vs Colombia FIFA World Cup 2026
- Match: Switzerland vs Colombia
- Tournament: FIFA World Cup 2026 – Round of 16
- Venue: Vancouver Stadium
- Full-Time Score: Switzerland 0-0 Colombia
- Extra Time: 0-0
- Penalty Shootout: Switzerland 4-3 Colombia
- Winner: Switzerland
- Next Opponent: Argentina (Quarterfinal)
Switzerland vs Colombia FIFA World Cup 2026 Highlights
- Switzerland defeated Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a 0-0 draw.
- Both teams failed to score in regular time and extra time.
- Goalkeeper heroics and strong defending dominated the match.
- Ruben Vargas scored the winning penalty for Switzerland.
- Switzerland reached the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals for the first time in 72 years.
- Colombia were eliminated after missing two penalties.
First Half Highlights: Strong Defending Keeps the Score Level
The Round of 16 clash started cautiously, with both teams focusing on defensive discipline.
Switzerland controlled possession for long spells, while Colombia looked dangerous on quick counterattacks. However, neither side created many clear-cut chances.
Both goalkeepers remained largely untested as the first half ended without a goal.
Halftime Score: Switzerland 0-0 Colombia
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Second Half Highlights: Tight Contest Ends Without a Goal
The second half followed a similar pattern, with both teams battling hard in midfield.
Switzerland tried to break Colombia's defensive line through wide attacks, while Colombia searched for opportunities from set pieces and quick transitions.
Despite several attacking moves, neither team could find the breakthrough, sending the match into extra time.
Extra Time Drama: Both Teams Miss Golden Chances
The intensity increased during extra time as both sides pushed for a late winner.
Colombia came closest when Jhon Lucumí met a cross with a powerful header, but Swiss substitute Zeki Amdouni made a crucial goal-line clearance to keep the scores level.
Switzerland also threatened late in extra time, but Colombia's defense stood firm, forcing the match into a penalty shootout.
Penalty Shootout: Ruben Vargas Sends Switzerland Into the Quarterfinals
The penalty shootout was filled with tension and drama.
Colombia suffered an early setback when Davinson Sánchez failed to convert his penalty. Later, goalkeeper Gregor Kobel made another crucial save to deny Cucho Hernández, putting Switzerland in control.
With the pressure on, Ruben Vargas calmly converted the decisive penalty to seal a 4-3 shootout victory and send Switzerland into the quarterfinals.
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Switzerland End 72-Year Wait for a World Cup Quarterfinal
The victory marked a historic achievement for Switzerland.
It is the first time since the 1954 FIFA World Cup that Switzerland have reached the quarterfinals, ending a 72-year wait. The Swiss side showed excellent defensive organization, composure, and mental strength throughout the knockout clash.
Switzerland Set Up Quarterfinal Clash With Argentina
After defeating Colombia, Switzerland will now face defending champions Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals.
Argentina also secured a dramatic Round of 16 victory after coming from 2-0 down to beat Egypt 3-2, setting up an exciting last-eight encounter between two in-form teams.
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