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FIFA World Cup 2026: Swiss Bliss! Switzerland Edge Colombia on Penalties to Reach Quarter-Finals!

July 8, 2026 Khas Press Leave a comment

Swiss football players and goalkeeper Gregor Kobel pile on top of each other celebrating their historic penalty shootout victory over Colombia at BC Place.

In a grueling, high-stakes Round of 16 clash at BC Place, Switzerland broke their 72-year curse to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals. After a tense 120 minutes ended 0-0, goalkeeper Gregor Kobel proved to be the hero, saving crucial spot-kicks to guide the Swiss to a historic 4-3 penalty shootout victory over a heartbroken Colombia.