Switzerland and Canada Shine in World Cup Matches

In a thrilling World Cup showdown, Switzerland defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1, with standout performances from Johan Manzambi and Granit Xhaka. Meanwhile, Canada celebrated its first-ever World Cup victory, dominating Qatar 6-0, highlighted by Jonathan David's hat-trick. Both teams have kept their knockout stage aspirations alive in Group B. Discover the details of these exciting matches and the players who made a difference.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 19, 2026, 08:44 IST

Switzerland Secures Victory Over Bosnia and Herzegovina

Los Angeles: Switzerland has revived its chances of advancing in the World Cup with a commanding 4-1 victory against Bosnia and Herzegovina in their Group B encounter. The Swiss squad, under the leadership of Captain Granit Xhaka, showcased their dominance throughout the match. Although Bosnia made a late effort, Switzerland's victory was assured, highlighted by Johan Manzambi's two goals.

The first half ended without any goals, but the match ignited in the 74th minute when a cross into the Bosnian area was cleared. Johan Manzambi capitalized on this opportunity, scoring with a stunning volley. Just ten minutes later, Ruben Vargas extended the lead in the 84th minute. Manzambi then completed his brace in the 90th minute with an impressive finish. In extra time, Captain Granit Xhaka added to the scoreline by converting a penalty. Bosnia managed to score a consolation goal in extra time, with Ermin Mahmic netting a spectacular long-range volley.

Canada Celebrates Historic World Cup Win

In another thrilling match, Canada celebrated its inaugural World Cup victory by overwhelming the host nation, Qatar, with a score of 6-0. Jonathan David was the standout performer, netting a remarkable hat-trick, making him the second player in this tournament to achieve such a feat, following Messi.

Kyle Larin also contributed to the scoreline with a goal, while Qatar's Mohammed Manai unfortunately scored an own goal in the 75th minute. The match was a testament to Canada's dominance, as they relentlessly attacked the Qatari defense with a flurry of crosses and shots. With these impressive wins, both Switzerland and Canada have significantly bolstered their chances of progressing to the knockout stage in Group B.