Switzerland beat Algeria 2–0, first knockout win since WWII

Switzerland are through to the last 16

Your team beat Algeria 2–0 in the Round of 32 on Thursday, the first World Cup knockout win for Switzerland since World War II (1) (2) (4). Breel Embolo opened the scoring and Dan Ndoye added the second, with Johan Manzambi's solo run setting up Embolo's goal (10) (11). Algeria never really threatened, Swiss media called it a confident, controlled performance (3) (5).

Petkovic reunion ends flat for Algeria

This was the Vladimir Petkovic derby. The former Switzerland manager, who spent seven years in charge, faced his old team and was swept aside (4) (5). Petkovic described his time with Switzerland as "seven years of great joy and pleasure", but Thursday belonged to Murat Yakin's side (4).

Manzambi announces himself

Johan Manzambi's solo run to set up Embolo was the moment everyone will replay (10). The winger has been flagged as one of the group-stage difference-makers, and he delivered when it counted (10) (12). Yakin has options, Vargas, Ndoye, Manzambi, and they are all producing.

What comes next

The round of 16 opponent will be set after Friday's remaining Round of 32 matches conclude (7). Spain are already through after beating Austria 3–0, with Oyarzabal scoring twice. Your team goes into the next round with momentum and a clean sheet.

Fan reactions

Swiss fans on Reddit are quietly buzzing, not the loudest group in the match threads, but the sentiment is clear: this team is well-coached and dangerous. The Manzambi run is getting clipped and shared, and there is a growing sense that Yakin has this squad peaking at the right time. Join the discussion on r/soccer.