Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties to reach World Cup quarterfinals

Switzerland secured a spot in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals by beating Colombia on penalties following a 0-0 stalemate. The Swiss team will now face Argentina in the next round of the tournament.
Why it matters
The victory marks a significant achievement for Switzerland, reaching the quarter-finals for the first time since 1954.
Switzerland beat Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a goalless draw on Tuesday to set up a quarterfinal with defending champions Argentina.
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