Switzerland secure World Cup quarter-final place with penalty shootout win over Colombia

Far from the devastation of Colombia, a sea of Swiss red filled the Vancouver stands — flags, scarves, and phones raised high as supporters sang with passion.

Among the displays, one banner captured attention: Granit Xhaka depicted as the Statue of Liberty, complete with spiked crown, holding the World Cup trophy aloft. Perhaps a touch extravagant — yet richly deserved, as Switzerland return to the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in 72 years.

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