Switzerland 4:1 Bosnia & Herzegovina — Match Report

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Johan Manzambi scored twice as Switzerland hammered Bosnia & Herzegovina 4-1 to book a World Cup clash with Algeria on 3 July. The Swiss dominated throughout, but the scoreline did not fully reflect their control until a late flurry of goals turned a tight contest into a rout.

The match burst into life after the hour mark, when Bosnia’s Amar Dedić and Edin Džeko both saw yellow in quick succession, followed by Nico Elvedi for Switzerland. The deadlock was broken in the 74th minute through Manzambi, before Ruben Vargas doubled the lead from Breel Embolo’s assist in the 84th. Tarik Muharemović was then sent off for Bosnia in the 80th minute, and though Ermin Mahmic pulled one back in the 90th, Manzambi added his second moments later after a VAR check confirmed the goal.

Switzerland were thoroughly deserving winners, having been the better side from start to finish. CheckLive's model clearly favoured Switzerland, and the result confirmed that prediction, though a live bet on Bosnia at 2.43 odds was a losing one, as the Swiss read the flow perfectly. Switzerland now face Algeria on 3 July.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Switzerland vs Bosnia & Herzegovina?

Switzerland 4-1 Bosnia & Herzegovina (World Cup).

Who scored?

Johan Manzambi (74') for Switzerland; Ruben Vargas (84', assist Breel Embolo) for Switzerland; Ermin Mahmic (90') for Bosnia & Herzegovina; Johan Manzambi (90', assist Ruben Vargas) for Switzerland.

Was Switzerland's win deserved?

Yes — Switzerland were on top for most of the match.

Were there any red cards in Switzerland vs Bosnia & Herzegovina?

Yes — sent off: Tarik Muharemović (Bosnia & Herzegovina, 80').

First half0 - 0

Second half4 - 1