Euro 2020: Switzerland Beat Turkey 3-1 to Keep Knockout Hopes Alive
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: Switzerland Beat Turkey 3-1 to Keep Knockout Hopes Alive

News 18  

Xherdan Shaqiri scored twice as Switzerland beat Turkey 3-1 in Baku on Sunday but they will have to wait to see if they reach the last 16 of Euro 2020 as one of the four best third-placed teams. UEFA EURO 2020: FULL COVERAGE | Points Table | Schedule | Results Shaqiri’s goals came after Haris Seferovic’s first-half opener and either side of Irfan Kahveci scoring Turkey’s only goal of the tournament. Switzerland coach Vladimir Petkovic made two changes from Wednesday’s heavy loss to Italy, including giving Steven Zuber his first start of the championship. Turkey boss Senol Gunes brought centre-back Merih Demiral back after dropping the Juventus defender last time out, with his side looking to avoid a third straight competitive defeat for the first time since Euro 1996.

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Euro 2024: Our ranking of all the games in Germany this summer
5 months, 1 week ago

Euro 2024: Our ranking of all the games in Germany this summer

New York Times  

You will have seen plenty of top 10 lists during this European Championship but how about a top 51? In a quick start to the game, Germany’s threat from corner kicks forced Kasper Schmeichel to make one save after another until Denmark’s pressing and organisation without the ball improved after the 20th minute. Poland’s second goal from a corner kick …

Netherlands into Euro 2024 semifinal against England after beating Turkey
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Netherlands into Euro 2024 semifinal against England after beating Turkey

Associated Press  

BERLIN — The Netherlands dug deep to come from behind and beat Turkey 2-1 on Saturday and book its place in the European Championship semifinals. An own goal from Mert Muldur in the 76th minute, only six after Stefan De Vrij canceled Samet Akaydin’s first-half header for Turkey, was enough for the Dutch in the last of the quarterfinals. “We …

Euro 2024: Turkey rise with Mert Gunok’s save for the ages
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Turkey rise with Mert Gunok’s save for the ages

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Fifty-seven seconds after kick-off is all it took for Turkey to score against Austria in their round of 16 match at the Leipzig Stadium on Tuesday night. Turkey's goalkeeper Mert Gunok saves the ball during the UEFA Euro 2024 Round of 16 against Austria in Leipzig. But the biggest talking point, years beyond this tournament, of the match will …

Demiral’s double helps Turkey beat Austria 2-1, sets up a Euro 2024 quarterfinal against Netherlands
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Demiral’s double helps Turkey beat Austria 2-1, sets up a Euro 2024 quarterfinal against Netherlands

Associated Press  

LEIPZIG, Germany — A first-minute goal and a stellar save in the final seconds helped send Turkey into the quarterfinals of Euro 2024. Merih Demiral scored twice, including the opener after just 57 seconds, and goalkeeper Mert Gunok pulled off one of the saves of tournament deep into injury time as Turkey beat Austria 2-1 in the round of 16 …

Euro 2024: Switzerland stuns Italy to advance into quarterfinals
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Switzerland stuns Italy to advance into quarterfinals

China Daily  

Team Switzerland celebrate after winning the UEFA Euro 2024 round of 16 match between Switzerland and Italy in Berlin, Germany, June 29, 2024. BERLIN -- Ruben Vargas' assist and goal paved the way for Switzerland's 2-0 victory over titleholder Italy in the Euro 2024 last 16 at Berlin Olympia stadium on Saturday. Switzerland controlled possession and pressed Italy onto the …

Euro 2024: Switzerland stuns Italy to advance into quarterfinals
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Switzerland stuns Italy to advance into quarterfinals

China Daily  

Team Switzerland celebrate after winning the UEFA Euro 2024 round of 16 match between Switzerland and Italy in Berlin, Germany, June 29, 2024. BERLIN -- Ruben Vargas' assist and goal paved the way for Switzerland's 2-0 victory over titleholder Italy in the Euro 2024 last 16 at Berlin Olympia stadium on Saturday. Switzerland controlled possession and pressed Italy onto the …

Euro 2024: Switzerland Dump Defending Champions Italy Out in Ro16
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Switzerland Dump Defending Champions Italy Out in Ro16

News 18  

Switzerland registered a 2-0 win over holders Italy to knock the Azzurri out of the Euro 2024 in the round of 16 encounter on Saturday at the Olympiastadion in Berlin. A new-look Italy, short on star power and without many of the key figures that led them to Euro 2020 glory, offered little in response to Switzerland’s energetic display. We …

Switzerland defeats holders Italy to reach UEFA Euro 2024 quarterfinals
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Switzerland defeats holders Italy to reach UEFA Euro 2024 quarterfinals

Al Jazeera  

In a major upset, Switzerland knocked out Euro 2020 champions Italy 2-0 in their last-16 match in Berlin. Switzerland dumped reigning champions Italy out of Euro 2024 with a stunning 2-0 victory to reach the quarterfinals for the second time in their history. A new-look Italy, short on star power and without many of the key figures that led them …

Turkey reach Euro 2024 last-16 after chaotic late win over Czech Republic
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Turkey reach Euro 2024 last-16 after chaotic late win over Czech Republic

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Cenk Tosun fired a stoppage-time winner as Turkey …

Euro 2024: Switzerland hold Germany to make Round of 16, Scotland knocked out
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Switzerland hold Germany to make Round of 16, Scotland knocked out

India Today  

Hosts Germany came back from a goal down to snatch a 1-1 draw with Switzerland thanks to a stoppage-time goal from Niclas Fuellkrug that sends them into the knockout stage of Euro 2024 as winners of Group A, with the Swiss finishing in second place. Germany's Robert Andrich had a 17th-minute goal ruled out for a foul in the build-up, …

Germany gets late goal to draw 1-1 with Switzerland and finish top of Euro 2024 group
6 months ago

Germany gets late goal to draw 1-1 with Switzerland and finish top of Euro 2024 group

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — They all jumped for the ball in a frantic late push for the goal that would save Germany from its first loss at the European Championship, against an impressive Switzerland team. The point for each team ensured Germany finished top and Switzerland second in Group A. Hungary took third place in the standings with an even later …

Switzerland 1-1 Germany: Niclas Fullkrug rescues top spot in Group A for Euro 2024 hosts with stoppage time goal cancelling out Dan Ndoye's brilliant first-half strike
6 months ago

Switzerland 1-1 Germany: Niclas Fullkrug rescues top spot in Group A for Euro 2024 hosts with stoppage time goal cancelling out Dan Ndoye's brilliant first-half strike

Daily Mail  

The trains are no longer to be relied upon in Germany. Niclas Fullkrug's stoppage time strike rescued top spot in Group A for Germany as his late effort cancelled out Dan Ndoye's brilliant first-half strike Fullkrug was mobbed by his Germany team-mates as his goal rescued a draw in Frankfurt Fullkrug came on late in the game as he replaced …

Why was Robert Andrich’s goal disallowed by VAR in Switzerland vs Germany Group A match?
6 months ago

Why was Robert Andrich’s goal disallowed by VAR in Switzerland vs Germany Group A match?

The Hindu  

Germany is taking of Switzerland in their final match of the Euro 2024 group stage at the Frankfurt Arena. FOLLOW THE MATCH LIVE | SWITZERLAND VS GERMANY LIVE SCORE, EURO 2024 Bayer Leverkusen’s midfielder Robert Andrich thought that he had given the host nation the lead in the 17th minute, after a long-range strike, which bounced in front of the …

Switzerland vs Germany live, Euro 2024: Host nation tops Group A, Swiss qualify second; Major talking points from SUI v GER
6 months ago

Switzerland vs Germany live, Euro 2024: Host nation tops Group A, Swiss qualify second; Major talking points from SUI v GER

The Hindu  

Germany and Switzerland played out a 1-1 draw in their final Group A match of Euro 2024 at the Frankfurt Arena. Here are the major talking points and stats from the big clash: Neuer’s Euro legacy German Manuel Neuer became the goalkeeper with the most appearances in the history of the European Championships after he was named in the starting …

Euro 2024: Germany faces Switzerland with both teams unbeaten and eyeing top spot in Group A
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Germany faces Switzerland with both teams unbeaten and eyeing top spot in Group A

The Hindu  

Germany goes for a third straight win in Group A against a Switzerland team that also is unbeaten. The kick-off in Frankfurt — at the same time as group rivals Hungary and Scotland meet in Stuttgart — is 9 pm local. Here's what to know about the match: Match facts — Both teams impressed in their first games: Germany routed …

Germany beat Hungary, Albania shock Croatia in Euro 2024
6 months ago

Germany beat Hungary, Albania shock Croatia in Euro 2024

China Daily  

Jamal Musiala of Germany scores a goal during the UEFA Euro 2024 Group A match between Germany and Hungary in Stuttgart, Germany on June 19, 2024. BERLIN -- Goals from Jamal Musiala and Ilkay Gundogan helped Germany advance into last 16 after securing the second straight win 2-0 over Hungary while Albania left it late to snatch a 2-2 stalemate …

Shaqiri scores stunning goal in Switzerland’s 1-1 draw with Scotland at Euro 2024
6 months ago

Shaqiri scores stunning goal in Switzerland’s 1-1 draw with Scotland at Euro 2024

Associated Press  

COLOGNE, Germany — “Shaq” did it again. But Shaqiri pounced on Anthony Ralston’s loose pass in the 26th to even the match with a left-footed shot into the top corner and past Scotland keeper Angus Gunn. “If that chance falls to any other player in the Swiss team, it’s not a goal,” Scotland manager Steve Clarke said. “I don’t know …

Euro 2024: Germany vs Hungary predicted lineups, formations
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Germany vs Hungary predicted lineups, formations

The Hindu  

PREVIEW Euro 2024 host Germany will get a better idea of whether its blend of youth and experience can sustain a title challenge when it takes on a Hungary side on Wednesday eager to bounce back from a disappointing result in its Group A opener. FOLLOW | LIVE: GERMANY VS HUNGARY SCORE AND MATCH UPDATES Germany ran riot in a …

Spain ease past Croatia, Italy overpower Albania in Euro 2024
6 months, 1 week ago

Spain ease past Croatia, Italy overpower Albania in Euro 2024

China Daily  

BERLIN -- Spain ensured a perfect start into Euro 2024 after easing past Croatia with three goals in 45 minutes while Italy came from behind to edge Albania 2-1 in Group B on Saturday. The three first-half goals from Alvaro Morata, Fabian Ruiz and Daniel Carvajal allowed the Spaniards to start their Euro 2024 campaign with a bang in Group …

Hungary vs Switzerland live: Uefa Euro 2024 Result and final score after late Embolo goal
6 months, 1 week ago

Hungary vs Switzerland live: Uefa Euro 2024 Result and final score after late Embolo goal

The Independent  

✕ Close Allianz Arena erupts as Germany score first goal of Euro 2024 Switzerland edged out Hungary to secure the ideal start to Euro 2024 in Group A with a 3-1 victory. Earlier, Duah opened the scoring in just his second game for Switzerland, shooting low past goalkeeper Peter Gulacsi off a pass from Aebischer. Varga's diving header in the …

Kwadwo Duah nets his first goal for Switzerland in win over Hungary at Euro 2024
6 months, 1 week ago

Kwadwo Duah nets his first goal for Switzerland in win over Hungary at Euro 2024

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Kwadwo Duah’s maiden goal for Switzerland helped kick …

Euro 2024: Switzerland sinks Hungary to make strong start
6 months, 1 week ago

Euro 2024: Switzerland sinks Hungary to make strong start

The Hindu  

Switzerland made a flying start at Euro 2024 as Kwadwo Duah and Michel Aebischer scored their first international goals in a 3-1 win against Hungary on June 15. After providing the assist for Duah’s opener, Bologna midfielder Aebischer netted his maiden Switzerland goal with an eye-catching long-range strike just before the interval. But their dismal first half proved fatal, showing …

Germany targets Euro 2024 title at home, braces for Group A foes Scotland, Hungary and Switzerland
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Germany targets Euro 2024 title at home, braces for Group A foes Scotland, Hungary and Switzerland

Associated Press  

Host nation Germany is the heavyweight in its European Championship group though Scotland, Hungary and Switzerland are capable of causing an upset. SCOTLAND Scotland hasn’t won a game at the tournament since Euro ’96, but the team will still be roared on by an expected 200,000 traveling fans known as the Tartan Army. HUNGARY Euro 2024 will almost be a …

Hungary qualifies for Euro 2024 with own-goal in stoppage time in match marred by violence
1 year, 1 month ago

Hungary qualifies for Euro 2024 with own-goal in stoppage time in match marred by violence

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Hungary qualified for its third …

Euro 2024 Qualifiers: England and France win again, Swiss draw despite leading 2-0
1 year, 6 months ago

Euro 2024 Qualifiers: England and France win again, Swiss draw despite leading 2-0

Firstpost  

Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappé carried on scoring as England and France made it four straight wins in European Championship qualifying while Switzerland dropped its first points on Monday. Kane netted twice in England’s 7-0 home rout of North Macedonia while Mbappé slotted in a penalty at the second attempt as Les Bleus edged visiting Greece 1-0. Mbappé’s twice-taken penalty …

Euro 2024 qualifiers: Swift Steffen hat-trick helps Swiss to 5-0 victory against Belarus
1 year, 8 months ago

Euro 2024 qualifiers: Swift Steffen hat-trick helps Swiss to 5-0 victory against Belarus

The Hindu  

Switzerland’s Renato Steffen scored a hat-trick inside the opening half-hour to lead his team to a 5-0 win over Belarus at the start of their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign on Saturday. Steffen’s goals all came in a similar fashion, set up down the left-hand side of the Swiss attack, as he proved an effective poacher to complete his treble in …

Switzerland into last 16 after edging tempestuous five-goal shootout with Serbia
2 years ago

Switzerland into last 16 after edging tempestuous five-goal shootout with Serbia

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Another thrilling final group match which turned this …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Switzerland Sink Serbia 3-2 to Book Last 16 Spot
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Switzerland Sink Serbia 3-2 to Book Last 16 Spot

News 18  

Switzerland advanced to the last 16 of the World Cup for the third tournament in a row after a 3-2 win over Serbia on Friday. Remo Freuler scored the winning goal just after halftime as the Swiss secured second place in Group G. They will next face Portugal on Tuesday at Lusail Stadium. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | …

EURO 2022: the Netherlands reach the knockout stage after 4-1 victory
2 years, 5 months ago

EURO 2022: the Netherlands reach the knockout stage after 4-1 victory

NL Times  

The Netherlands reached the knockout stage in the Euro 2022 tournament after a 4-1 victory against Switzerland. The Netherlands thought they won a penalty after 20 minutes when referee Luliana Demetrescu pointed to the spot after Swiss goalkeeper Gaelle Thalmann was whistled for bringing down Lineth Beerensteyn. A corner from team captain Sheridan Spitse was headed towards goal by Stefanie …

Euro 2022: The Netherlands pick up their first victory beating Portugal 3-2
2 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2022: The Netherlands pick up their first victory beating Portugal 3-2

NL Times  

The Netherlands picked up their first win of their Euro 2022 campaign with an exciting 3-2 victory over Portugal in Wigan & Leigh, England. After surviving an early scare when a Portugal goal was disallowed for offside, Oranje took the lead after only six minutes when a corner from Sherida Spitse was headed into the net by Damaris Egurrola. Portugal …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Late goals help Dutch book place at mega event, Turkey, Ukraine into play-offs
3 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Late goals help Dutch book place at mega event, Turkey, Ukraine into play-offs

Firstpost  

The Netherlands join Belgium, England, Germany, Denmark, France, Croatia, Switzerland, Spain and Serbia to have qualified directly from Europe. The Netherlands clinched the final automatic place in European qualifying for the 2022 World Cup as late goals from Steven Bergwijn and Memphis Depay sealed a 2-0 win over Norway on Tuesday, with Turkey and Ukraine grabbing play-off spots. I can’t …

World Cup 2022 qualifiers: Russia beats Slovenia 2-1; Turkey snatches win in Latvia
3 years, 2 months ago

World Cup 2022 qualifiers: Russia beats Slovenia 2-1; Turkey snatches win in Latvia

The Hindu  

Russia defenders Igor Diveyev and Georgy Dzhikiya netted first half goals to secure a 2-1 win away to Slovenia in a World Cup qualifier on Monday and took the visitor top of Group H. Diveyev opened the scoring with a header off a free-kick that flew past Slovenian goalkeeper Jan Oblak in the 28th minute. READ : Depay double helps …

Italy beat Spain on penalties to set up Euro 2020 final with England or Denmark
3 years, 5 months ago

Italy beat Spain on penalties to set up Euro 2020 final with England or Denmark

Deccan Chronicle  

London: Italy beat Spain 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in a magnificent Euro 2020 semi-final at Wembley on Tuesday, as Jorginho converted the decisive kick to take the Azzurri through to the final where they will face either England or Denmark. It is nine years since Spain mauled Italy 4-0 in the Euro 2012 final in Kiev to …

Euro 2020, Semifinals; Fixtures, Venues, Matches, Time, Date, Venue
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020, Semifinals; Fixtures, Venues, Matches, Time, Date, Venue

Hindustan Times  

The Euro 2020 quarterfinals stage saw some of the big nations locking horns with each other. While Switzerland, who had knocked world champions France out in the penalty shootout, lost to Spain in another penalty shootout, Italy eliminated world No.1 Belgium with a clinical win. Euro 2020, Semifinals; Fixtures, Venues, Matches, Time, Date, Venue The second quarterfinals day witnessed the …

Euro 2020: Denmark Beat Czech Republic 2-1 To Book Semi-final Spot
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020: Denmark Beat Czech Republic 2-1 To Book Semi-final Spot

News 18  

Denmark’s fairytale run at Euro 2020 will continue into the semi-finals after they beat the Czech Republic 2-1 in Baku on Saturday to move into a last-four meeting with England or Ukraine at Wembley. First-half goals from Thomas Delaney and Kasper Dolberg were enough to see Kasper Hjulmand’s men through despite a second-half rally from the Czechs inspired by Patrik …

Spain beats Switzerland, reaches Euro 2020 semifinals
3 years, 5 months ago

Spain beats Switzerland, reaches Euro 2020 semifinals

Deccan Chronicle  

St Petersburg: As Spain's jubilant players sprinted onto the field to celebrate a penalty-shootout victory at the European Championship, Luis Enrique stood alone and simply pumped his fists. "“I'd tried to convey a message that what would be, would be",” Luis Enrique said, revealing what he'd told his team ahead of the 3-1 shootout victory over Switzerland in the quarterfinals …

Spain beat Switzerland on penalties, reach Euro 2020 semifinals
3 years, 5 months ago

Spain beat Switzerland on penalties, reach Euro 2020 semifinals

India TV News  

As Spain’s jubilant players sprinted onto the field to celebrate a penalty-shootout victory at the European Championship, Luis Enrique stood alone and simply pumped his fists. “I’d tried to convey a message that what would be, would be,” Luis Enrique said, revealing what he’d told his team ahead of the 3-1 shootout victory over Switzerland in the quarterfinals on Friday. …

Euro 2020: Switzerland exits with heads high, says manager Petkovic
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020: Switzerland exits with heads high, says manager Petkovic

The Hindu  

Swiss manager Vladimir Petkovic said his team could leave the European Championship with its head high after being eliminated by Spain on penalty kicks in the quarter-finals on Friday in St. Petersburg. An equaliser by captain Xherdan Shaqiri in the second half cancelled an early own goal and sent the teams to overtime, but two of the Swiss penalty kicks …

EURO 2020: Italy edges past Belgium 2-1 to set up Spain semifinal
3 years, 5 months ago

EURO 2020: Italy edges past Belgium 2-1 to set up Spain semifinal

The Hindu  

Italy set up a Euro 2020 semifinal clash against Spain after first half goals from Nicolo Barella and Lorenzo Insigne led the Azzurri to a 2-1 win over Belgium on Friday in an entertaining encounter in which both sides created a number of chances. MATCH BLOG | Insigne doubled the lead in the 44th minute after collecting the ball on …

Euro 2020: Spain Beat Switzerland on Penalties to Reach Semi-finals
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020: Spain Beat Switzerland on Penalties to Reach Semi-finals

News 18  

Goalkeeper Unai Simon was the hero as Spain edged past 10-man Switzerland 3-1 on penalties on Friday to set up a Euro 2020 semi-final against either Belgium or Italy. UEFA EURO 2020: FULL COVERAGE | Points Table | Schedule | Results Spain forged ahead early on when Denis Zakaria put through his own net, but Switzerland were the better side …

EURO 2020: Spain beats Switzerland on penalties to reach semifinals
3 years, 5 months ago

EURO 2020: Spain beats Switzerland on penalties to reach semifinals

The Hindu  

Spain reached the Euro 2020 semifinals on Friday after prevailing 3-1 in a nervy penalty shootout against dogged Switzerland which was reduced to ten men by a sending off but still clung to a 1-1 draw after extra time. MATCH BLOG | Hoping to win its first of four quarterfinal appearances in major tournaments, Switzerland deservedly levelled in the 68th …

EURO 2020 highlights: Spain defeats Switzerland after penalty shootout
3 years, 5 months ago

EURO 2020 highlights: Spain defeats Switzerland after penalty shootout

The Hindu  

This is Sportstar's match blog of the EURO 2020 match between Spain and Switzerland which happened at the Gazprom Arena on Friday. MATCH HIGHLIGHTS: SPAIN BEATS SWITZERLAND 3-1 IN THE PENALTY SHOOTOUT TO ADVANCE TO THE EURO 2020 SEMIFINALS!!!!! Spain's Ferran Torres and Pedri try to open up the opposition with a series of short passes, but Switzerland defender Ricardo …

Euro 2020 Highlights, Sweden vs Ukraine: Ukraine Reach Quarter-finals
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020 Highlights, Sweden vs Ukraine: Ukraine Reach Quarter-finals

News 18  

UEFA Euro 2020 Highlights Sweden vs Ukraine: Ukraine beat Sweden 2-1 to advance to the quarter-finals of a European Championship for the first time in their history. Sweden went down to 10 men after Danielson was shown a red card after a VAR review and then Artem Dovbyk headed in Ukraine’s winner in the 121st minute to spark massive frenzy …

Switzerland stun France, Spain through to last eight on dramatic day at Euro 2020
3 years, 5 months ago

Switzerland stun France, Spain through to last eight on dramatic day at Euro 2020

Deccan Chronicle  

Paris: Kylian Mbappe missed the crucial penalty on Monday as world champions France were sent packing from Euro 2020 in a shoot-out against Switzerland, who go through to a quarter-final tie against Spain after an unforgettable day of drama which featured a total of 14 goals in two games. Paul Pogba's stunning curling strike into the top corner seemed to …

Euro 2020: France stunned by a Swiss reawakening
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020: France stunned by a Swiss reawakening

Hindustan Times  

Seemingly a whole lifetime of chaos before it ended on penalties, the night in Bucharest kicked to being from the penalty spot too. Zuber, Switzerland’s tireless winger, had already flung in a cross that his compatriot Haris Seferovic had headed into the back of Hugo Lloris’s net, during what was a flawless first half for the underdogs. A mesmerising four-way …

Euro 2020: 'What a game. What a tournament' — Twitter reacts to Switzerland and Spain's dramatic wins
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020: 'What a game. What a tournament' — Twitter reacts to Switzerland and Spain's dramatic wins

Firstpost  

Switzerland eliminated world champions France with a penalty shootout win while Spain knocked Croatia out with help of extra time goals. Switzerland goalkeeper Yann Sommer made the biggest save of his life against one of the best players in the world as his team secured a 5-4 penalty shootout victory over World Cup champion France on Monday and a spot …

Euro 2020 Cup: Petkovic, Xhaka shower praises on the Swiss history-makers after stunning win over France
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020 Cup: Petkovic, Xhaka shower praises on the Swiss history-makers after stunning win over France

The Hindu  

Switzerland's extraordinary comeback to eliminate world champion France from the European Championship on Tuesday drew superlatives from both coach and captain after the side's penalty shootout success. Manager Vladimir Petkovic and skipper Granit Xhaka hailed the achievement of the first Swiss side to reach the last-eight of a major tournament since it hosted the World Cup in 1954 after fighting …

Euro 2020: Kylian Mbappe misses decisive penalty as Switzerland stun world champions France in Round of 16
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020: Kylian Mbappe misses decisive penalty as Switzerland stun world champions France in Round of 16

Firstpost  

Mario Gavranovic equalised in the 90th minute as Switzerland came from two goals down before Yann Sommer saved Mbappe’s penalty to book Switzerland a quarter-final clash against Spain. Bucharest: Switzerland defeated world champions France 5-4 on penalties in the last 16 of Euro 2020 on Monday as Kylian Mbappe missed the decisive spot-kick in the shootout following a thrilling 3-3 …

Switzerland beats France 5-4 on penalties at Euro 2020
3 years, 5 months ago

Switzerland beats France 5-4 on penalties at Euro 2020

Associated Press  

BUCHAREST, Romania — Au revoir France, this summer belongs to Yann Sommer. That gave the Swiss a 5-4 penalty shootout victory over World Cup champion France on Monday and a spot in the quarterfinals of a major soccer tournament for the first time in 67 years. Sommer dived to his right to save the final penalty by Kylian Mbappé, the …

Euro 2020: France Knocked Out as Switzerland Win on Penalties to Reach Quarter-finals
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020: France Knocked Out as Switzerland Win on Penalties to Reach Quarter-finals

News 18  

Switzerland’s Yann Sommer saved France striker Kylian Mbappe’s spot kick to secure a 5-4 penalty shootout win following a thrilling 3-3 draw after extra time on Monday as they advanced to the Euro 2020 quarter-finals where they will meet Spain. The Swiss took a shock lead in the 15th minute when Haris Seferovic rose to head home Steven Zuber’s cross, …

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