Four teams eliminated from World Cup without a loss; Switzerland exits without conceding a goal

In a peculiar turn of events at the World Cup, four national teams have been eliminated from the tournament despite remaining undefeated throughout their matches. This unusual statistic underscores a unique aspect of the competition where strong performances in terms of not losing games did not translate into progression.

Among these teams, Switzerland stands out for achieving a remarkable feat: they were eliminated without conceding a single goal. This defensive solidity typically suggests a strong campaign, yet it was not enough to secure advancement in the tournament.

The fact that multiple teams could exit the World Cup without a loss or even without conceding goals points to the complex dynamics of tournament play. Factors such as goal difference, specific match outcomes, or tie-breaking rules can lead to such surprising eliminations, where overall unbeaten records do not guarantee a place in the later stages.