Switzerland vs Algeria

Switzerland were dominant in Vancouver, beating Algeria 2-0 to book their spot in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16. The platform was laid in the 11th minute, when Johan Manzambi played in Breel Embolo for a clinical opener. Manzambi — the 20-year-old with three goals and two assists at this tournament — was the driving force on the left flank throughout. Dan Ndoye sealed it on 46 minutes with his first ever World Cup goal, rifling home from the edge of the box. Gregor Kobel was barely tested, keeping his first clean sheet of the competition, with no red cards or penalties to navigate. The result confirms Switzerland's status as the tournament's most underrated side — three straight wins, a first in their World Cup history. Algeria, guided by former Swiss boss Vladimir Petkovic, exit having lacked the creativity to unlock a resolute Swiss defence. The Nati next face Colombia or Ghana.