DOHA: Breel Embolo scored his first World Cup goal to steer Switzerland to their opening win in the FIFA World Cup 2022 as they defeat Cameroon 1-0 in a Group G encounter, here at Al Janoub Stadium on Thursday.
Embolo struck the lone goal of the match three minutes into the second half from close range on a low cross from Xherdan Shaqiri to help the Swiss team secure three crucial points in the group which also includes favourites Brazil and Serbia.
With the defeat, Cameroon have now lost eight games in a row at the FIFA World Cups.
The Swiss team looked in complete control of the opponents as they breached the opponent’s defence on multiple occasions but have few shots on target in the first half.
After the early lead in the second half, another opportunity arose in the 67th minute when unmarked Vargas had a powerful shot aimed at the target but Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana pushed his effort wide.
Switzerland will next face Brazil on November 28 while Cameroon will play Serbia earlier that day.
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