Afghanistan, July 8 -- Switzerland defeated Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a goalless draw on Tuesday, reaching its first World Cup quarter-final since 1954 and setting up a meeting with Argentina.
Switzerland reached the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in more than seven decades after defeating Colombia 4-3 in a penalty shootout following a goalless draw in the final Round of 16 match on Tuesday.
Neither side managed to find a breakthrough during 120 minutes of cautious, closely contested football, with disciplined defending and compact midfield play limiting clear scoring opportunities throughout the match.
Colombia enjoyed more possession for long periods but struggled to break down Switzerland's organised defensive struc...