Goals from Duah, Aebischer and Embolo helped the Swiss beat a Hungarian team that tried to react but it was not enough
In his debut in a major tournament as a coach, Murat Yakin led Switzerland to a crucial victory against Hungary, positioning itself as a serious contender to advance to the second round after achieving victory in their first match of the competition. On the next day, Switzerland will face Scotland and will close the group stage against Germanywith the intention of disputing the leadership of group A.
Switzerland took the initiative from the beginning
He Swiss team took the initiative from the beginning and went ahead with two goals before Hungary could react. The changes introduced by Hungary They altered the rhythm of the gameallowing them shorten distances thanks to a goal Barnabas Varga.
The backbone of Switzerland, led by Granite Xhaka and sustained by players like Remo Freuler, Dan Ndoye and Michel Aebischerdominated the game.
The first goal came in the 12th minute, with a pass from Aebischer to Kwadwo Duahwho beat the Hungarian goalkeeper Peter Gulacsi. Switzerland had several opportunities to increase the advantagebut the first half ended with a 2-0 thanks to a Aebischer’s goal after a pass Freuler.
Hungary managed to reduce the difference, but Embolo sealed the match for the Swiss
In the second half, Hungary showed greater aggressiveness and managed reduce the difference in the 66th minute with a Varga’s goalassisted by Dominik Szoboszlai. Despite Hungarian pressure, Switzerland maintained its advantage and secured the victory in the final minutes with a goal Breel Plunger He sealed the final 3-1 by taking advantage of a defensive error and raising the ball over the goalkeeper.
Switzerland demonstrated solidity and effectiveness, leaving itself well positioned to advance in the tournament and reinforcing its status as a serious contender.
