Switzerland Edges Colombia on Penalties to Reach Quarter-Finals
Switzerland triumphed over Colombia in a dramatic penalty shootout, winning 4-3 after a tense goalless match that extended to 120 minutes during the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Both teams struggled to find the back of the net despite creating several opportunities, with Colombia's Jhon Lucum coming closest when his shot hit the crossbar.
Switzerland's Zeki Amdouni and Ruben Vargas also threatened but could not break the deadlock. The match concluded without any goals, leading to the penalty shootout where Switzerland maintained their composure to prevail.
This victory secured Switzerland's advancement to the quarter-finals, where they will face the defending champions, Argentina. The match took place in Vancouver, and the quarter-final lineup was completed with this result.
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