Swiss footballer, defensive midfielder, captain of AS Monaco and Switzerland
Switzerland has named its Nations League squad as captain Granit Xhaka withdraws from duties after media reported a fake vaccination certificate. Boteli scores again for club; Johan Manzambi and Zeki Amdouni are among players bridging youth and experience ahead of matches in Scotland and North Macedonia.
Switzerland has beaten Algeria 2-0 in a World Cup knockout match. Breel Embolo opened in the 10th minute after a Johan Manzambi run; Dan Ndoye doubled the lead within a minute of the second half after an Algerian clearance. Algeria pressed and made attacking changes but failed to score, ending their tournament while Switzerland advances to the last 16.
Switzerland has defeated Algeria 2-0 to reach the World Cup knockout stage, with Johan Manzambi setting up Breel Embolo for the opener and Dan Ndoye adding a second early in the second half. Algeria pressed but could not convert chances as Switzerland controlled proceedings and will face Colombia or Ghana next.
The New York Post reports that Chris “Mad Dog” Russo has no immediate plans to retire, saying he will continue with ESPN and his radio show for the next few years as he weighs steps back. He notes he still feels able to contribute and is not planning to take on numerous jobs. The piece also mentions that a separate interview covers his ongoing influence on sports talk.
Scotland has named Sebastien Pocognoli as its new head coach, succeeding Steve Clarke. Pocognoli, a 39-year-old former Belgium international, has led Union Saint-Gilloise to a Belgian title and most recently managed Monaco. His appointment signals a shift to a front-foot, high-press style and aims to build on Clarke’s foundations.