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Swiss soccer fans bid farewell to their national team in the early hours of Sunday, saluting their efforts after their World Cup journey concluded with a 3-1 defeat against Argentina in the quarterfinals.

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In our hearts you won, Switzerland. Ten against 11 with Argentina.

Reaching the quarterfinals for the first time since 1954, the Swiss team fell just short of an unprecedented semi-final appearance. Their challenge was amplified by the absence of top scorer Johan Manzambi due to injury and a controversial 72nd-minute red card shown to Breel Embolo, which shifted the game's momentum.

Despite the disappointment, fans expressed pride. "In our hearts you won, Switzerland," said fan Laura K. in Nyon, referencing the disadvantage of playing against Argentina with ten men. Swiss President Guy Parmelin echoed this sentiment on social media, stating that Murat Yakin's squad had captivated the nation. "Despite today’s disappointment, what stands out for me above all is an exceptional campaign and a close-knit team that has thrilled the whole of Switzerland," he added.

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Despite today’s disappointment, what stands out for me above all is an exceptional campaign and a close-knit team that has thrilled the whole of Switzerland.

The team's journey showcased Switzerland's diverse migrant communities, with players of Kosovan, Turkish, Spanish, Congolese, and Cameroonian heritage. The squad featured a mix of seasoned players, including record appearance holder Granit Xhaka, and emerging talent, drawing from top European leagues. Their qualification for the tournament was strong, topping their group and suffering only one loss in their previous 42 World Cup qualifiers.

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In my opinion, it's better not to talk, I'm too tired.