Ruben Vargas converted the decisive penalty and Switzerland advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals, beating Colombia 4-3 in a shootout after a scoreless draw

Switzerland defeated Colombia in a tense and extended penalty shootout. Argentina knocked Egypt out of the World Cup Round of 16 with a second-half fightback. Switzerland beat Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a goalless draw on Wednesday to set up a quarter-final with defending champions Argentina.

Switzerland reached the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals after defeating Colombia 4-3 on penalties following a tense 0-0 draw in Vancouver. Gregor Kobel produced several crucial saves before the Swiss held their nerve in the shootout,

In a match with few fireworks, the Swiss were patient against the Colombians and their enthusiastic fans.After a scoreless draw, Ruben Vargas converted the decisive penalty and Switzerland advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals,

Switzerland's Ruben Vargas (left) celebrates with teammates after landing the winner in a penalty shootout at the end of a scoreless World Cup round-of-16 match against Colombia on Tuesday.[Photo/Agencies] VANCOUVER,

The shootout swung in Switzerland's favour when their ‌goalkeeper Gregor Kobel saved Cucho Hernandez's penalty after Davinson Sanchez had earlier hit the crossbar for Colombia.

Switzerland held their nerve to beat Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a goalless draw, reaching the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 1954. Goalkeeper Gregor Kobel starred in the shootout as Murat Yakin's side made history.

Goalless in regulation time the Switzerland vs Colombia match entered penalty shootout and Switzerland defeated Colombia 4-3. Check real-time updates of the SUI vs COL FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16