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Switzerland wraps up first place in Group B at the World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Canada
By Anne M. Peterson, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 24, 2026
· 4 min read
Switzerland put a damper on Canada's World Cup party.The Swiss got goals from Rubén Vargas and Johan Manzambi to beat Canada 2-1 on Wednesday and win Group B. Switzerland will get a week of rest before returning to Vancouver to face one of the eight best third-place finishers on July 2.“I think t...
Key takeaway The Swiss got goals from Rubén Vargas and Johan Manzambi to beat Canada 2-1 on Wednesday and win Group B.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
For Terrell Hills residents who follow international soccer, the World Cup match between Switzerland and Canada may have been a thrilling watch, but its outcome also has implications for local fans of the Canadian team. With Canada now set to play South Africa in Inglewood, California, instead of on home soil in Vancouver, some Terrell Hills residents who had been hoping to watch the team play in a more accessible location may be disappointed. However, the match against South Africa on Sunday still presents an opportunity for Canada to make a strong showing in the knockout round, and local fans can look forward to cheering them on from afar. As the tournament progresses, Terrell Hills soccer enthusiasts will be keeping a close eye on the Canadian team's performance, and the city's international community may come together to watch and discuss the matches.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Switzerland put a damper on Canada's World Cup party.The Swiss got goals from Rubén Vargas and Johan Manzambi to beat Canada 2-1 on Wednesday and win Group B. Switzerland will get a week of rest before returning to Vancouver to face one of the eight best third-place finishers on July 2.“I think t...
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