In the pre-quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Switzerland edged past Colombia 4-3 in an intense penalty shootout to secure their qualification to the quarterfinals. Following the match which lasted the 90 minutes and extra time, the winner was decided in the penalty shootout with Ruben Vargas scoring the decisive goal that sealed their victory for Switzerland.

Switzerland created history in this match. This marked their first ever appearance at the quarterfinal stage of the World Cup after 1954 when they were hosting the World Cup. In 1954, Switzerland played in the last eight of the tournament.

Switzerland will face defending champions Argentina in the quarter-finals. This match will be played on Saturday at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, USA. Argentina advanced to the last eight by defeating Egypt 3-2 in their pre-quarterfinal match.

Switzerland entered this match without their young midfielder Johan Mzambi. Mzambi was injured during Monday's practice session and therefore could not play. Despite this, the Swiss team displayed excellent discipline and strong defensive play, denying Colombia any scoring opportunities, ultimately winning in a penalty shootout.

In the pre-quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Switzerland edged past Colombia 4-3 in an intense penalty shootout to secure their qualification to the quarterfinals. Following the match which lasted the 90 minutes and extra time, the winner was decided in the penalty shootout with Ruben Vargas scoring the decisive goal that sealed their victory for Switzerland.

Switzerland created history in this match. This marked their first ever appearance at the quarterfinal stage of the World Cup after 1954 when they were hosting the World Cup. In 1954, Switzerland played in the last eight of the tournament.

Switzerland will face defending champions Argentina in the quarter-finals. This match will be played on Saturday at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, USA. Argentina advanced to the last eight by defeating Egypt 3-2 in their pre-quarterfinal match.

Switzerland entered this match without their young midfielder Johan Mzambi. Mzambi was injured during Monday's practice session and therefore could not play. Despite this, the Swiss team displayed excellent discipline and strong defensive play, denying Colombia any scoring opportunities, ultimately winning in a penalty shootout.