Johan Manzambi scores twice for Switzerland in World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 11:12 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Johan Manzambi scored two goals after coming off the bench in Switzerland's 4-1 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina at the World Cup. His performance, including a volley and the team's third goal, showcased his potential and marked the first brace of his career. Switzerland's win comes after a disappointing draw against Qatar, placing them in a strong position with four points in the group stage. Coach Murat Yakin praised Manzambi's qualities while emphasizing the need for more structured play. Young players may see an increased role as Switzerland approaches the knockout rounds.
- •Manzambi scored within two minutes of his introduction.
- •Switzerland's victory secures four points in the group stage.
- •Coach Yakin commended Manzambi's versatility and football skills.
- •Manzambi's goals helped secure critical momentum for the team.
- 12:26 AMYahoo Sports — Swiss 20-year-old was told to let 'talent speak for itself,' so he scored 2 World Cup goals
- 11:12 PMYahoo Sports — Swiss wunderkind Manzambi scores 'childhood dream' brace
"Swiss wunderkind Johan Manzambi on Thursday described coming off the bench at the World Cup to score twice in a 4-1 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina as a "childhood dream come true."Honestly it's a childhood dream come true," he said, switching between French and German languages.
"After a rough first World Cup game, Johan Manzambi came off the bench against Bosnia and Herzegovina, and got Switzerland going to get the win.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 12:26 AMSwiss 20-year-old was told to let 'talent speak for itself,' so he scored 2 World Cup goals
After a rough first World Cup game, Johan Manzambi came off the bench against Bosnia and Herzegovina, and got Switzerland going to get the win.
- Yahoo SportsJun 18, 2026, 11:12 PMSwiss wunderkind Manzambi scores 'childhood dream' brace
Swiss wunderkind Johan Manzambi on Thursday described coming off the bench at the World Cup to score twice in a 4-1 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina as a "childhood dream come true."Honestly it's a childhood dream come true," he said, switching between French and German languages.
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