Breaking a Curse, But Not Quite Conquering the World The Swiss national team's penalty shootout victory over Colombia has been hailed as a breakthrough moment for the country's football program.
This triumph is seen as a way to overcome what was perceived as a "curse" – failing in penalty shootouts at the World Cup. However, this achievement is not entirely remarkable.
Switzerland has consistently performed well in major tournaments, reaching the quarterfinals of three out of their last four appearances. Their 2022 World Cup exit was an anomaly, and they're now back on track.