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Ruben Vargas sends Switzerland to the World Cup quarterfinals in shootout win over Colombia
By Anne M. Peterson, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 7, 2026
· 2 min read
Ruben Vargas converted his penalty and Switzerland advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals with a 4-3 shootout win over Colombia after a scoreless draw on Tuesday.Switzerland will next face defending champion Argentina on Saturday at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. Argentina defeated ...
Key takeaway Switzerland had not reached the quarterfinals of a World Cup since hosting the tournament in 1954.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For Piney Point Village residents who follow international soccer, the World Cup matchup between Switzerland and Colombia may have seemed like a distant event, but the outcome has implications for local fans of the sport. With Switzerland advancing to the quarterfinals, area soccer enthusiasts may be eager to catch their next match against Argentina, even if it's not being played locally. The fact that Switzerland hasn't reached the quarterfinals since 1954 adds to the excitement, and fans in the Houston area may be interested in watching the team's historic run. As the World Cup continues, local sports bars and gathering spots may attract crowds of fans cheering on their favorite teams, including Switzerland, which has a significant following in the international soccer community. The city's diverse population, including residents with Colombian and Swiss heritage, may also be particularly invested in the outcome of these matches.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Ruben Vargas converted his penalty and Switzerland advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals with a 4-3 shootout win over Colombia after a scoreless draw on Tuesday.Switzerland will next face defending champion Argentina on Saturday at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. Argentina defeated ...
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