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Switzerland end 72-year-long wait with win over Colombia on penalties, set World Cup QF with Argentina

Switzerland have booked their place in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals for the first time in 72 years with a stunning win over Colombia in the round of 16 on Wednesday (IST). The Rossocrociati defeated Los Cafeteros 4-3 on penalties after a goalless draw in regulation and extra time at BC Place in Vancouver.
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Argentina beat Switzerland to set up World Cup semifinal against England

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Argentina set up titanic World Cup semifinal against England with extra-time victory over Switzerland after Breel Embolo's embarrassing red card

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Utusan Malaysia
· Jul 7, 2026
Switzerland lakar sejarah mara ke suku akhir
VANCOUVER: Switzerland mara ke suku akhir Piala Dunia 2026 selepas menewaskan Colombia 4-3 menerusi penentuan sepakan penalti selepas kedua-dua pasukan terikat tanpa jaringan dalam120 minit aksi di Vancouver, awal pagi tadi. Kemenangan itu menyaksikan Switzerland akan berdepan juara bertahan, Argentina, yang sebelum itu bangkit daripada ketinggalan 0-2 untuk menewaskan Mesir 3-2 dalam satu lagi aksi ... Read more The post Switzerland lakar sejarah mara ke suku akhir appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
Vanguard News
· Jun 29, 2026
Germany v Paraguay World Cup last-32 game goes into extra-time
The last-32 game between Germany and Paraguay became the first knockout match of the 2026 World Cup to go to extra time. The post Germany v Paraguay World Cup last-32 game goes into extra-time appeared first on Vanguard News.
brazilnews.net
· Jul 7, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026: Switzerland reach first WC quarterfinal since 1954, beat Colombia 4-3 on penalties
Vancouver [Canada], July 8 (ANI): Switzerland marched into the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals, beating Colombia 4-3 on penalties after the match ended in a goalless draw despite being taken to extra time at Vancouver on Tuesday. Switzerland has made it to the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal for the fourth time in its history, which has spanned 13 WC appearances. In the 21st century, they have finished in the round of
India TV News
· Jun 29, 2026
GER vs PAR FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Germany hope for significant improvement in RO32 clash
The stage is set for yet another round of 32 clashes in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. Germany will be taking on Paraguay as both sides are hoping to make their way into the knockout stages of the tournament. It is worth noting that Germany finished top of their group with two wins and one loss in three matches, and with a shaky group stage, the side will hope for improvement as they take on Paraguay.
FOX Sports Digital
· Jul 8, 2026
Switzerland Prevails: 4 Takeaways From Swiss' Penalty Kicks Win vs. Colombia
Switzerland has moved into the quarterfinals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here are four takeaways from its triumph over Colombia.
Yardbarker
· Jul 7, 2026
Tuesday's 2026 World Cup takeaways: Egypt manager Hossam Hassan claims Argentina comeback was 'rigged'
The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals are now set after the Round of 16 concluded on Tuesday. Argentina barely escaped against Egypt, while Switzerland beat Colombia.
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Related coverage for "Switzerland end 72-year-long wait with win over Colombia on penalties, set World Cup QF with Argentina": Utusan Malaysia — Switzerland lakar sejarah mara ke suku akhir. Vanguard News — Germany v Paraguay World Cup last-32 game goes into extra-time. brazilnews.net — FIFA World Cup 2026: Switzerland reach first WC quarterfinal since 1954, beat Colombia 4-3 on penalties . India TV News — GER vs PAR FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Germany hope for significant improvement in RO32 clash. FOX Sports Digital — Switzerland Prevails: 4 Takeaways From Swiss' Penalty Kicks Win vs. Colombia . Yardbarker — Tuesday's 2026 World Cup takeaways: Egypt manager Hossam Hassan claims Argentina comeback was 'rigged'