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Switzerland Crushes Bosnia 4-1, Manzambi Shines in LA

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Switzerland surged past Bosnia‑Herzegovina 4‑1 in Los Angeles, turning a quiet first 73 minutes into a showcase of depth. Freshman Johan Manzambi blasted a volley 166 seconds after coming on, and Freiburg midfielder Granit Xhaka sealed the win with a penalty as Bosnia’s defense faltered before the hosts struggled to find rhythm after the first goal.

The Swiss showed resilience after Tarik Muharemovic received a straight red for a late tackle on Breel Embolo, leaving Bosnia a man down. Embolo then introduced Ruben Vargas, who slotted a first‑time shot to make it 2‑0, setting the tone for the final 20 minutes as the hosts pushed for a more comfortable cushion.

Manzambi’s impact was undeniable; he netted twice, topped shots on target and dominated the midfield with five duels won. His performance underscored Switzerland’s tactical flexibility, proving that fresh legs can overturn a stagnant opening phase and secure a vital win on the road ahead of their final Group B clash against Canada with a clear advantage.

The 4‑1 victory lifts Switzerland to the top of Group B, positioning them for a decisive final match. Bosnia’s single goal will not change the standings, leaving the Swiss to focus on maintaining pressure and refining their attack for the next encounter before the weekend showdown against Canada with high stakes.