The 88-year bad streak is over! Switzerland advanced to the next round.

The 88-year bad streak is over! Switzerland advanced to the next round.

03.07.2026 08:30

In the Round of 32 of the FIFA 2026 World Cup, Switzerland defeated Algeria 2-0 and secured their place in the Round of 16. Thus, Switzerland recorded a World Cup knockout stage victory for the first time in 88 years. The red-and-whites will face the winner of the Colombia-Ghana matchup in the Round of 16.

In the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Switzerland faced Algeria. The match, played at BC Place Stadium, was won by Switzerland 2-0.

FAST START IN BOTH HALVES

The goals that brought victory to Switzerland were scored by Breel Embolo in the 11th minute and Dan Ndoye in the 46th minute. The goal scorer found the net just 46 seconds into the second half.

A FIRST IN 88 YEARS

With this result, Algeria bid farewell to the tournament, while Switzerland advanced to the Round of 16. Thus, Switzerland secured a knockout stage win in the World Cup for the first time in 88 years. The red-and-whites' opponent in the next round will be the winner of the Colombia-Ghana matchup.

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