Switzerland’s own coachMurat Yakin stated that Johan Manzambi and Ruben Vargas, two stars of the Swiss national team did not complete the last training session before the 1/8 finals against Colombia and questioned his participation in the party.
“They had to leave practice early. If they can’t play tomorrow, it will be a very big loss. This could be a huge problem for us,” the coach said.
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“We’ll see what happens this afternoon, because they will undergo some medical examinations, but this is football,” he added.
Colombia will be seeking a place in the quarter-finals against undefeated Switzerland. Photo:Instagram: @_jkmanzambi
With three goals Manzambi is Switzerland’s top scorer at the World Cup. while Vargas scored two goals and showed great on-field chemistry with his teammate.
“We know these players are important, but they have to be 100 percent ready and an injured player won’t help us tomorrow.” “We may have to bring in other players.” – Yakin commented.
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The situation is alarming
The coach said Manzambi’s situation was a little more concerning, adding that “It’s going to be a little difficult” come to the meeting, although he indicated that he had “lots of great players” this might help.
Johan Manzambi Photo:EFE
Both the playmaker and Vargas played 70 minutes in the round of 16 match against Algeria. and they were replaced only when the final score was already 2-0 on the scoreboard. Switzerland came into Tuesday’s match against Colombia undefeated in Vancouver, having recorded three wins and a draw on their debut against Qatar, AFP reported.
The midfielder, who is barely 20 years old, has three goals to his name in this World Cup. and became one of the greatest discoveries of the tournament. He came on as a substitute but changed history by scoring two goals in a 4-1 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, becoming the youngest player to score twice in a World Cup match coming off the bench, reports Futbolred.
Johan Manzambi Photo:EFE
He then started against Canada and scored a goal in a 2–1 win. He again played a decisive role in the Round of 16, helping Brill Embolo score the opening goal in a 2-0 win over Algeria after an outstanding strike down the wing, he said.
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