Switzerland 4-1 Bosnia World Cup 2026: Manzambi Brace Sends Swiss Top of Group B
Updated: June 18 2026
SUI: Goals incl. Johan Manzambi brace (2nd half)
Bosnia reduced to 10 men — late red card
Switzerland top Group B alongside Canada
Switzerland beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1 in their World Cup 2026 Group B second match. Johan Manzambi scored twice in a dominant second-half display, with the Swiss pulling away after Bosnia were reduced to ten men following a red card late in the match. The result, combined with Canada's 6-0 win over Qatar earlier in the day, sends Switzerland and Canada level at the top of Group B with 4 points each after two matches.
Match Report — Switzerland 4-1 Bosnia
After drawing 1-1 with Qatar in their opening match, Switzerland needed a response, and they delivered it in style against a Bosnian side that had also picked up just a point from their opener against Canada. The match was tight for long periods before Switzerland's class and superior squad depth told in the second half. Johan Manzambi was the standout performer, capping a strong all-around display with two well-taken goals that put the result beyond doubt. Bosnia's afternoon worsened when they were reduced to ten men with a late red card, and Switzerland used the extra man advantage to add further goals before the final whistle.
The result is significant for Group B's shape heading into the final round of matches. Switzerland and Canada both sit on 4 points after two games, while Qatar and Bosnia both have 1 point each. The final round of Group B fixtures — Switzerland vs Canada, and Qatar vs Bosnia — will decide who tops the group and who goes through as runner-up.
Group B Standings After Matchday 2
| Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | 2 | +4 | 4 |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 2 | +5 | 4 |
| 🇶🇦 Qatar | 2 | -6 | 1 |
| 🇧🇦 Bosnia | 2 | -3 | 1 |
