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Switzerland secures World Cup knockout win over Algeria in Vancouver

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 5:43 AM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Switzerland secures World Cup knockout win over Algeria in Vancouver
Summary

Switzerland has advanced to the Round of 16 after a 2-0 victory over Algeria in Vancouver. Breel Embolo initiated the scoring just 10 minutes into the match, with Dan Ndoye adding a second goal early in the second half. The Swiss side dominated possession but maintained a narrow lead at halftime. Algeria struggled to convert opportunities, and defensive lapses contributed to their defeat. Switzerland's success marks their first knockout stage victory in a World Cup in 88 years.

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  • •Embolo scored the opening goal after 10 minutes.
  • •Ndoye doubled the lead in the second half.
  • •Switzerland will play in the Round of 16.
  • •Granit Xhaka earned his 150th cap during the match.
  • •Algeria made three changes ahead of the match.
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  • 5:43 AMBBC Sport — Ndoye and Embolo fire Switzerland past Algeria
  • 5:40 AMYahoo Sports — Switzerland 2-0 Algeria: Embolo and Ndoye send Swiss to last 16
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Jack Buchanan, Chief EFL EditorSwitzerland have secured their spot in the Round of 16 following a 2-0 win over Algeria in Vancouver, which saw Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye get on the scoresheet.It was E...

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Switzerland end their 88-year wait for a win in the knockout stage of a World Cup as they beat Algeria 2-0 in Vancouver.

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