Switzerland’s national team defeated Algeria 2-0 in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, LB.ua reports.
The opening goal was scored by Breel Embolo, who finished off a low cross from Johan Manzambi in the 10th minute.
Dan Ndoye doubled Switzerland’s lead in the 46th minute. He reacted quickest in the Algerian penalty area after a poor clearance by goalkeeper Luca Zidane and, after controlling the ball, fired into the left corner.
The match was a landmark occasion for Switzerland, as the team won a World Cup knockout match for the first time since 1938. On that occasion, Switzerland defeated Germany 3-1 in the Round of 16.
In addition, the victory over Algeria was Switzerland’s third consecutive win at the 2026 World Cup — a new national-team record.
In the Round of 16, Switzerland will face the winner of the Colombia–Ghana tie.
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