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Breel Embolo was sent off with a red card as Switzerland were eliminated by Argentina in the World Cup quarterfinal, prompting a strong rebuke of the officiating from Swiss coach Murat Yakin.
Breel Embolo was sent off for a second yellow after a VAR review in the World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina, costing Switzerland their match and fueling debate over refereeing bias toward the reigning champions as Argentina advanced to the semifinals.
Switzerland are slight favorites to edge Algeria in the World Cup Round of 16 in Vancouver, backed by a five-game unbeaten run and a disciplined game plan. Odds show Switzerland around -103 to win, Algeria +351, draw +208, with a likely low-scoring affair (Under 2.5 goals at -143) and Embolo expected to be the key scorer (+150).
Boualem Khoukhi headed in a stoppage-time equalizer to give Qatar a 1-1 draw with Switzerland, securing Qatar's first-ever World Cup point after Breel Embolo had put the Swiss ahead with a first-half penalty in the opening game of World Cup 2026.