Switzerland Defeats Colombia in Penalty Shootout to Reach Quarterfinals

Switzerland has advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America after defeating Colombia in a penalty shootout.
In the Round of 16 match held at Vancouver Stadium in Canada, Switzerland played to a 0-0 draw against Colombia through regulation and extra time, before winning 4-3 in the ensuing penalty shootout.
With this victory, Switzerland secured the final ticket to the quarterfinals, completing the bracket.
This marks Switzerland's first appearance in the World Cup quarterfinals in 72 years, since the 1954 tournament which the country hosted.
Switzerland will face Argentina, led by the "god of football" Lionel Messi, in the quarterfinal match scheduled for July 12.
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