Canada make World Cup history – but Switzerland defeat could have huge impact on World Cup hopes

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• Goals from Ruben Vargas and Johan Manzambi saw Switzerland beat hosts Canada 2-1 in Vancouver to top Group B.
• The win sees Switzerland become only the fourth nation – alongside Brazil, Argentina, and France – to reach the last 16 in the last four consecutive World Cups.
• Their reward for finishing top will see them play one of the third-placed teams from Group E, F, G, H, I or J in Vancouver on July 3.
• Despite the loss, Canada also progressed to the knockout rounds for the first time in their history, finishing as runners-up. However, Jesse Marsch’s side forfeited their home advantage by not winning the group, meaning they will play no further matches on Canadian soil.
• Their next fixture is scheduled for 28 June at the Los Angeles Stadium in California, where they will face the Group A runners-up.