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Switzerland beat Algeria 2-0 to move into World Cup last 16

Switzerland beat Algeria 2-0 to move into World Cup last 16

Also reported by Al Jazeera

Summary

Switzerland won 2-0 against Algeria in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 32 match in Vancouver. Goals by Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye helped Switzerland advance to the last 16, ending a long streak without a knockout win.

Key Facts

  • Switzerland beat Algeria 2-0 in the World Cup round of 32 on July 2, 2026.
  • Breel Embolo scored the first goal after a solo run by Johan Manzambi.
  • Dan Ndoye scored the second goal shortly after halftime.
  • Switzerland controlled the game, especially in midfield with Granit Xhaka and Denis Zakaria.
  • Algeria started strong but made defensive mistakes and struggled to score.
  • The win marked Switzerland’s first knockout victory in decades.
  • Switzerland will face the winner of Ghana vs. Colombia in the next round.
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