Switzerland have secured a place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Colombia 4-3 in a tense penalty shootout following a goalless Round of 16 encounter.
Neither side managed to score during the 90 minutes of regulation time or the additional 30 minutes of extra time, despite creating several promising chances.
Colombia came closest to breaking the deadlock when a powerful effort crashed against the crossbar, while Switzerland also threatened with a number of dangerous attacks that were kept out by the Colombian defence.
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With the match still level after 120 minutes, the contest was decided from the penalty spot. Switzerland showed greater composure, converting enough of their spot-kicks to claim a 4-3 victory and advance to the last eight.
The Swiss side will now face defending champions Argentina in the quarter-finals, setting up one of the tournament’s most anticipated clashes.
The victory completes the World Cup quarter-final lineup, with Switzerland keeping their dream of lifting the trophy alive after a disciplined and determined performance.
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