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Switzerland earns final spot in World Cup quarterfinals after shootout win over Colombia
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· July 7, 2026
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Key points The team's win marks a significant milestone, as they had not reached the quarterfinals since 1954. The match ended in a scoreless draw, with Switzerland ultimately beating Colombia 4-3 in the shootout.
In international soccer news, Switzerland has secured a spot in the World Cup quarterfinals. The team's advancement came after a shootout win over Colombia. The match ended in a scoreless draw, with Switzerland ultimately beating Colombia 4-3 in the shootout.
Switzerland will next face Argentina, the defending champion, on Saturday. Further details about the match and Switzerland's path to the quarterfinals are available from the source. The team's win marks a significant milestone, as they had not reached the quarterfinals since 1954.
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Category: News Published: July 7, 2026 Source: KGNS — Sitewide Reading time: 1 min
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