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Switzerland Keeps Quarterfinal Hopes Alive With 2-0 Win Over Iceland

A draw against Finland in Geneva will secure Switzerland’s place in the quarterfinals following Norway’s Group A clinch.

Die Schweizer Spielerinnen bejubeln einen Treffer.
Alayah Pilgrim jubelt nach ihrem 2:0 für die Schweiz.
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Sveindis Jane Jonsdottir

Overview

  • Géraldine Reuteler broke the deadlock in Bern with a 76th-minute strike before Alayah Pilgrim sealed the 2-0 victory in the 90th minute.
  • Norway secured top spot in Group A and a quarterfinal berth by beating Finland 2-1 thanks to an early own goal and Caroline Graham Hansen’s late winner.
  • Switzerland now requires only a draw against Finland in Geneva on Thursday to advance to the quarterfinals alongside Norway.
  • Iceland’s tournament ended after two straight losses left them bottom of the group without a point.
  • Thursday’s final matchday will hinge on goal difference and head-to-head records, underscoring the tight competition in Group A.