Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye scored goals in each half as Switzerland beat Algeria 2-0, advancing to the FIFA World Cup‘s round of 16 on Thursday in Vancouver, Canada. Embolo gave Switzerland the lead in the 10th minute before Ndoye doubled their advantage a minute into the second half.

Switzerland secured a commanding 2-0 victory over Algeria, with early goals from Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye propelling them into the World Cup's last 16. Coach Murat Yakin's tactical brilliance saw his team absorb pressure and strike decisively on the counter.

Switzerland defeats Algeria 2-0 to advance to the Round of 16 in FIFA World Cup 2026; player ratings included.

Algeria's inspiring FIFA World Cup journey came to an end on Friday after a spirited performance against Switzerland, with the European side claiming a 2-0 victory to book their place in the Round of 16.

The secret, if indeed it ever existed, is well and truly out when it comes to the 20-year-old Freiburg forward who destroyed the Algeria defence to tee up Breel Embolo for Switzerland’s opener in an ominously comfortable victory to reach the last 16.

It’s been more than 70 years since Switzerland won a knockout game at the World Cup. Technically, you could say they never have.