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Manzambi, Vargas, and Sow leave training ahead of Colombia match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 11:36 PM

Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Manzambi, Vargas, and Sow leave training ahead of Colombia match

Summary

Swiss players Johan Manzambi, Rubén Vargas, and Djibril Sow left training early before their World Cup round of 16 match against Colombia on Tuesday. The team's coach, Murat Yakin, expressed concern over their potential absence, particularly with Manzambi, who has performed strongly in the tournament with three goals. The players will undergo medical examinations to determine their status for the match. Switzerland seeks to reach the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time since 1954, while Colombia advanced after a 1-0 victory over Ghana in the previous round.

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By the Numbers

•Manzambi scored three goals in the tournament so far.
•Switzerland looks to reach the quarterfinals for first time since 1954.
•Colombia advanced after defeating Ghana 1-0 in the round of 32.
•Yakin remains optimistic about his team's options despite potential absences.

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11:36 PMYahoo Sports — Swiss breakout star Manzambi and 2 others leave training ahead of World Cup clash with Colombia

What they're saying

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The team announced that Manzambi, Rubén Vargas and Djibril Sow all cut training short, without providing specifics. “If they might not play tomorrow, it can be a huge issue for us,” coach Murat Yakin said. The potential loss of Manzambi is a concern for the Swiss.
— Yahoo Sportsby ANNE M. PETERSON

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