Switzerland eliminated Colombia on penalties to reach the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup, where they will face Argentina. The Swiss prevailed 4-3 in the shootout after 120 minutes ended goalless.
In a tightly contested match, Colombia controlled possession from the outset. Coached by Argentine Néstor Lorenzo, the Cafeteros pinned Switzerland back for long stretches and looked the more dangerous side, but lacked the finishing touch needed to break the deadlock.
Neither side was able to find a breakthrough in regulation or extra time, sending the match to a penalty shootout.
Colombia’s hopes came undone when Davinson Sánchez struck the crossbar and Juan Camilo Hernández saw his spot kick saved by Swiss goalkeeper Gregor Kobel, handing Switzerland a 4-3 victory.
“It’s the price you pay for not scoring,” Lorenzo said after the defeat, noting that Colombia managed 17 shots but failed to beat the Swiss goalkeeper.
