# Switzerland Advances to the Round of 16 in Vancouver
**Switzerland** defeated **Algeria** with authority **2-0** at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver, securing its spot in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. The Swiss team showcased a solid strategy that completely neutralized the intentions of the African side led by Riyad Mahrez.
#BinancePickAndWin
The score was opened early, in the 10th minute, thanks to a great play by the young prospect Johan Manzambi down the flank, who provided a precise assist to **Breel Embolo** for the 1-0. At the start of the second half, in the 46th minute, **Dan Ndoye** took advantage of a mistake in the Algerian defense’s clearance to put the match away with a powerful finish.
With this result, Switzerland ends a historic drought in knockout stages and will prepare to face in the next round the winner of the matchup between Colombia and Ghana.
**Switzerland** defeated **Algeria** with authority **2-0** at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver, securing its spot in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. The Swiss team showcased a solid strategy that completely neutralized the intentions of the African side led by Riyad Mahrez.
#BinancePickAndWin
The score was opened early, in the 10th minute, thanks to a great play by the young prospect Johan Manzambi down the flank, who provided a precise assist to **Breel Embolo** for the 1-0. At the start of the second half, in the 46th minute, **Dan Ndoye** took advantage of a mistake in the Algerian defense’s clearance to put the match away with a powerful finish.
With this result, Switzerland ends a historic drought in knockout stages and will prepare to face in the next round the winner of the matchup between Colombia and Ghana.