What happened?
The Swiss had just equalized through Dan Ndoye, pressed for the lead. Then Swiss striker Breel Embolo flew off the field – because of a swallow. The game turned, Argentina won 3:1 in extra time.
Why it matters for Switzerland
The yellow-red card was based on a false interpretation of the rules. The International Football Association Board (IFAB), the official rule-makers of international football, admitted the severe error.
What comes next?
The official rule-makers admitted the error now. A statement from FIFA remained out. Switzerland stands after the 3:1 against Argentina on the 1st place in the World Cup with 7 points, 2 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses from 3 games. The Swiss have a positive record of 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in the last 5 games. Their next game is on September 26, 2026 against FYR Macedonia in the away game.
The situation before the game
Switzerland had before the game against Argentina a positive record of 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in the last 5 games. The Swiss had scored 7 goals and received 3 cards. They were 3 points ahead of Canada at the top of the table.
The last results
Switzerland has in the last games 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss. Their last game was on July 12, 2026 against Argentina, which they lost 3:1. The Swiss have in the last 5 games 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss.
The next match
Switzerland stands after the 3:1 against Argentina on the 1st place in the World Cup with 7 points, 2 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses from 3 games. The Swiss have a positive record of 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in the last 5 games. Their next game is on September 26, 2026 against FYR Macedonia in the away game.
