Switzerland vs Algeria Result: Switzerland 2–0 Algeria — Round of 16 — World Cup 2026
Quick answer: Switzerland 2–0 Algeria at BC Place, Vancouver on July 2, 2026 — Round of 16, Match 85. Scorers: Switzerland: Breel Embolo (10'), Dan Ndoye (46').
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Final Score
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Result | Switzerland 2–0 Algeria |
| Stage | Round of 16 |
| Match | #85 (Round of 16) |
| Date | July 2, 2026 |
| Kickoff (local) | 20:00 |
| Venue | BC Place, Vancouver |
| Stage | Round of 16 — Match #85 |
| Goal scorers | Switzerland: Breel Embolo 10', Dan Ndoye 46' |
Goal Scorers
- 10'Breel Embolo
- 46'Dan Ndoye
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Match Summary
Switzerland beat Algeria 2-0 at BC Place in Vancouver. Breel Embolo scored early and Dan Ndoye added a second-half goal as the Nati advanced to the Round of 8 to face the Colombia–Ghana winner.
Player of the match: Breel Embolo.
Key Moments
- Breel Embolo gave Switzerland the lead in the 10th minute with a sharp finish.
- Algeria pressed for an equaliser but could not break down Switzerland's organised block.
- Dan Ndoye doubled the lead one minute after the restart in the 46th minute.
- Switzerland saw out a controlled second half to reach the last eight.
Bracket Impact
Switzerland advance to the Round of 8 and will face the winner of Match #87 (Colombia vs Ghana) in Match #96 on 7 July back at BC Place, Vancouver. Algeria are eliminated.
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What This Means for Switzerland & Algeria
Switzerland advance; Algeria are eliminated.
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What's Next in the Knockout Stage
| Team | Next fixture |
|---|---|
| Switzerland | Knockout bracket — Round of 16 |
| Algeria | Eliminated |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Switzerland vs Algeria score at World Cup 2026?
Switzerland 2–0 Algeria — played at BC Place, Vancouver on July 2, 2026 (Round of 16, Match #85).
Who won Switzerland vs Algeria World Cup 2026?
Switzerland won 2–0.
Where was Switzerland vs Algeria played?
BC Place, Vancouver — kickoff 20:00 local time.
What stage is Switzerland vs Algeria?
Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — Match #85.
How does this result affect the knockout bracket?
Switzerland advance to the Round of 8 and will face the winner of Match #87 (Colombia vs Ghana) in Match #96 on 7 July back at BC Place, Vancouver. Algeria are eliminated.
Who scored in Switzerland vs Algeria?
Switzerland: Breel Embolo 10', Dan Ndoye 46'.