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Switzerland advanced to the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 1954 after beating Colombia 4-3 on penalties following a scoreless draw in Vancouver. The match was widely criticised as one of the tournament’s worst, with both sides struggling to create chances.
Davinson Sanchez and Manuel Akanji missed their penalties before Gregor Kobel saved from Cucho Hernandez, allowing Ruben Vargas to score the decisive spot-kick.
Colombia’s Luis Diaz, a Ballon d’Or contender, was left in tears after his side’s elimination. The victory sets up a quarter-final clash with Argentina, who came from behind to beat Egypt 3-2.
Key Points:
Switzerland reach their first quarter-final since hosting the tournament in 1954
The match was widely criticised as one of the worst of the tournament
Ruben Vargas, who wasn’t expected to play due to injury, proved the hero
Luis Diaz’s World Cup campaign ends in disappointment despite converting his penalty
Switzerland will face Argentina in the quarter-finals on July 11
Switzerland will face Argentina in the quarter-finals on July 11 in Kansas City. Colombia exit with disappointment after a poor performance.
Sources: SuperSport
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