Switzerland advances to quarterfinals after shootout victory over Colombia
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 12:55 AM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
Switzerland triumphed over Colombia in a penalty shootout on July 7, securing a place in the quarterfinals of the World Cup. Manager Murat Yakin expressed satisfaction at overcoming Switzerland's historical issues with penalty shootouts. This victory marks a significant moment for the Swiss team as they look to advance further in the tournament.
- •Switzerland won the shootout against Colombia on July 7.
- •Murat Yakin praised the team's performance after the match.
- •Switzerland has historically struggled with penalty shootouts.
- •The victory advances Switzerland to the World Cup quarterfinals.
- 2:01 AMESPN — Swiss overcome penalty 'curse' to oust Colombia
- 1:35 AMYahoo Sports — Switzerland end World Cup shootout hoodoo to book historic quarterfinal against Argentina
"Switzerland head coach Murat Yakin hailed his side for ending the nation's penalty shootout frustrations after a dramatic victory over Colombia secured a place in the World Cup quarterfinals. The Swiss defeated Colombia in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw at BC Place in Vancouver, with substitute Rubén Vargas converting the decisive kick following…
"Switzerland manager Murat Yakin expressed his delight at breaking the country's penalty "curse" after beating Colombia in a shootout Tuesday to reach the quarterfinals of the World Cup.
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External links- ESPNJul 8, 2026, 2:01 AMSwiss overcome penalty 'curse' to oust Colombia
Switzerland manager Murat Yakin expressed his delight at breaking the country's penalty "curse" after beating Colombia in a shootout Tuesday to reach the quarterfinals of the World Cup.
- Yahoo SportsJul 8, 2026, 1:35 AMSwitzerland end World Cup shootout hoodoo to book historic quarterfinal against Argentina
Switzerland head coach Murat Yakin hailed his side for ending the nation's penalty shootout frustrations after a dramatic victory over Colombia secured a place in the World Cup quarterfinals. The Swiss defeated Colombia in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw at BC Place in Vancouver, with substitute Rubén Vargas converting the decisive kick following…
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