Switzerland takes control against Canada as Johan Manzambi shines
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 8:28 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Switzerland leads Canada after scoring twice in the second half of their Group B matchup at the 2026 World Cup. Freiburg's Johan Manzambi, who set up Rúben Vargas for the first goal, added another to extend their lead. The 20-year-old is now the tournament's leading scorer aged 21 or younger. Switzerland aims to finish atop Group B following this performance in North America.
- •Switzerland has scored two second-half goals against Canada.
- •Johan Manzambi has assisted one goal and scored another.
- •Manzambi is the youngest player to score and assist in a World Cup match since 2014.
- •Switzerland aims to finish at the top of Group B.
- 8:28 PMYahoo Sports — 📈 Switzerland's breakout star leading the charge in Group B decider
"Perennial tournament dark horse Switzerland are en route to finishing atop Group B after striking twice after the halftime against co-host Canada.And one man has been at the centre of it all: Freiburg...
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