Switzerland 2-0 Algeria: Embolo and Ndoye send La Nati into the last 16
- Switzerland beat Algeria 2-0 with goals from Embolo (10') and Ndoye (46') to advance to the round of 16 authoritatively
- La Nati demonstrated defensive solidity and match control, managing comfortably after settling the game early
- Switzerland awaits in the round of 16 the winner of the clash between Colombia and Ghana, while Algeria says goodbye to the tournament without being able to show offensive bite
Smooth as silk. Switzerland beat Algeria 2-0 in Vancouver and booked their place in the last 16 with an authority that left no room for debate. Two strikes, one at the start of each half, and then it was just a matter of waiting for their next opponent. La Nati continue their quiet march forward.
The match. Switzerland gave Algeria no chance. In the 10th minute, following some slick work from Manzambi, Breel Embolo opened the scoring. And straight after the restart, in the 46th, Dan Ndoye pounced on a poor clearance to rifle a drive from the edge of the box and seal the 2-0. With the game settled, La Nati managed proceedings with ease.
The story. In Algeria's goal was Luca Zidane, Zinedine's son and an international with the "Desert Foxes". The Africans gave it a go, but ran into a solid Swiss side… and the Swiss even squandered a third when Rieder somehow missed with an open goal at his mercy.
What's next. Switzerland await the winner of Colombia-Ghana in the last 16 (played on 3 July). Algeria, who had sneaked in as one of the best third-placed teams, bow out of the tournament after a toothless display.
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Frequently asked questions
What was the result of the Switzerland-Algeria Round of 16 match at the 2026 World Cup?
Switzerland 2-0 Algeria, on 2 July 2026 in Vancouver. Goals from Breel Embolo (10') and Dan Ndoye (46'). Switzerland advanced to the quarterfinals.
Who does Switzerland face in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup?
Switzerland will face the winner of the Colombia vs Ghana tie in the Round of 16.
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