Switzerland Breaks 88-Year Drought with World Cup Knockout Win Over Algeria
Switzerland achieved a historic milestone at the 2026 FIFA World Cup by defeating Algeria 2-0 in the round of 32 on Friday morning. This victory marked Switzerland's first knockout stage win at the World Cup since 1938, ending an 88-year drought. The Swiss team, coached by Murat Yakin, delivered a strong performance to advance to the round of 16 for the fourth consecutive tournament.
In addition to breaking the long knockout win drought, Switzerland also scored more than one goal in a World Cup knockout match for the first time since 1954. However, that earlier match ended in a disappointing 7-5 loss to Austria. The 2026 win signals a significant step forward for the Swiss national team as they continue their World Cup campaign.
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