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Ruben Vargas sends Switzerland to the World Cup quarterfinals with shootout win over Colombia
Summary by Alamo Heights News Editorial Desk Anne M. Peterson, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 7, 2026
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Key points The match ended in a scoreless draw, with Switzerland ultimately winning 4-3 in the shootout. Switzerland has advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals after a shootout win over Colombia.
Switzerland has advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals after a shootout win over Colombia. The match ended in a scoreless draw, with Switzerland ultimately winning 4-3 in the shootout.
Ruben Vargas converted the decisive penalty to secure the win for Switzerland. The team will face defending champion Argentina on Saturday.
Further details about the match and Switzerland's path to the quarterfinals are available from the source, including information about the team's upcoming match against Argentina at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
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Category: safety Published: July 7, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News Reading time: 1 min
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