Switzerland advances in World Cup with late surge against Bosnia

Switzerland secured a crucial 4-1 win against Bosnia-Herzegovina, moving closer to the World Cup knockout stages. The match remained goalless until the 74th minute when substitute Johan Manzambi broke the deadlock. The Freiburg player, introduced just minutes earlier, fired home from 11 meters after a strong run into the box, igniting the Swiss fans.

Rubén Vargas doubled the lead in the 84th minute, and Manzambi added his second goal in the 90th. Bosnia-Herzegovina, reduced to 10 men in the 80th minute after a red card for Tarik Muharemovic, managed a consolation goal through Ermin Mahmic in stoppage time. The late penalties and fouls highlighted the mounting pressure on the Bosnian side.

Switzerland now leads Group B with four points, ahead of their final group game against co-host Canada. Bosnia-Herzegovina, with only one point from two matches, faces a difficult path to qualification. The match, played in a state-of-the-art stadium in Los Angeles, saw a vocal advantage for the Bosnian supporters in the stands.