Breel Embolo’s World Cup had begun in uncertainty, delayed by a visa saga that forced him to miss Switzerland’s flight to California and arrive after his teammates had already settled into their tournament base. It ended on Saturday with a moment that swung a quarter-final and, perhaps, a piece of Swiss soccer history. The forward […]
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Switzerland ease past Algeria to reach World Cup last 16
VANCOUVER: Switzerland secured their place in the FIFA World Cup last 16 with a comfortable 2-0 victory over Algeria on Thursday, producing a disciplined display that combined defensive organisation with clinical finishing. Breel Embolo gave Switzerland the perfect start by opening the scoring in the 10th minute after a swift counterattack. Winning possession in their […]
World Cup delay for Switzerland’s Embolo while US reviews travel document
Switzerland forward Breel Embolo has not travelled with the rest of the World Cup squad to the United States after his travel document was placed under review. The document, known as the Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA), is an automated system that determines the eligibility of visitors to travel to the US under the […]
Switzerland star Embolo barred from US
Switzerland’s preparations for the upcoming World Cup have been disrupted after star striker Breel Embolo was temporarily barred from entering the United States due to a travel authorization review. The development is significant as it raises concerns over player eligibility and travel clearances ahead of the tournament. It directly affects Switzerland’s squad planning and preparations. […]
Dortmund’s title hopes dented by shock home loss to Schalke
Borussia Dortmund suffered a severe setback in the Bundesliga title race when their shock 4-2 home loss to lowly Schalke 04 in the Ruhr valley derby on Saturday left them a point behind leaders Bayern Munich. Dortmund, who had two players sent off, are on 69 points, with three games left to play, with Bayern, […]