Switzerland Beat Colombia on Penalties to Reach World Cup Quarterfinals

Switzerland eliminated Colombia in a penalty shootout to advance to the World Cup quarterfinals. Manager Murat Yakin described the win as breaking the country's penalty 'curse', making it a moment of particular significance for Swiss football. Switzerland's shootout victory ends a long-standing penalty hoodoo and puts them in the World Cup quarterfinals, where they will be one of eight nations still fighting for the title.