Switzerland secures first World Cup knockout win, defeating Algeria 2-0
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 5:20 AM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Switzerland defeated Algeria 2-0 in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 on July 3, 2026, at BC Place in Vancouver. Goals from Breel Embolo in the 10th minute and Dan Ndoye just after halftime secured Switzerland's first knockout victory in 88 years. Despite a strong start from Algeria, they failed to convert opportunities, while Switzerland controlled the match and advanced to face either Colombia or Ghana in the last 16 on July 7, 2026.
- •Switzerland scores first goal by Breel Embolo in the 10th minute.
- •Dan Ndoye doubles the lead with a goal in the 46th minute.
- •Algeria unable to capitalize on initial opportunities.
- •Switzerland will face the winner of Colombia vs Ghana next.
- •Match held at BC Place, Vancouver, attended by 52,497 fans.
"Switzerland finally ended their World Cup knockout hoodoo by beating Algeria 2-0 to set up a last-16 clash with either Colombia or Ghana.
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