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Manzambi double puts Switzerland on brink of World Cup last 32

Johan Manzambi scored twice off the bench as Switzerland beat Bosnia 4-1 to near World Cup last 32.

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Manzambi double puts Switzerland on brink of World Cup last 32

Johan Manzambi came off the bench to score twice in a devastating 20-minute spell as Switzerland beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 4-1, edging them closer to a place in the World Cup round of 32.

The substitute striker turned the game on its head in the closing stages, his double capping a relentless Swiss performance. Bosnia, who had briefly threatened an upset, were left shell-shocked as Switzerland surged into a commanding lead.

Johan Manzambi scored twice off the bench as Switzerland beat Bosnia 4-1 to near World Cup last 32.

The victory moves Switzerland to the brink of qualification, with only a favourable result needed in their final group match to secure a spot in the knockout rounds. For Bosnia, the defeat leaves their hopes hanging by a thread.

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Switzerland’s dominance was clear throughout, but it was Manzambi’s introduction that proved decisive. His first goal broke Bosnian resistance, and his second sealed a result that could define their tournament.

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