Switzerland’s 2-0 win over Algeria was built on sharp timing. Breel Embolo struck in the 10th minute with assistance from Johan Manzambi, giving Switzerland early control before Dan Ndoye doubled the lead in the 46th minute with a right-foot shot.
Algeria had more of the ball with 55 percent possession, but Switzerland carried the greater threat. The winners had 11 shots to Algeria’s 8, put 5 on target to Algeria’s 2, and also led 4-2 on corners.
Algeria’s response was active but not decisive. Farès Chaïbi was booked in the 36th minute for a foul, Hicham Boudaoui followed in the 72nd minute, and 5 Algeria substitutions could not change the scoreline. Switzerland also used 5 changes while protecting the clean sheet.
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