Switzerland turned a tight contest into a rout in Los Angeles, with substitute Johan Manzambi scoring twice within minutes of entering the match — including a goal just 166 seconds after coming off the bench — as the Swiss beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1 in their Group B opener.
Manzambi’s Lightning Impact
The story of the match belonged to Johan Manzambi, who was introduced from the bench and needed just 166 seconds to make his mark, breaking the deadlock in the 74th minute before adding a second in the 90th to put the result beyond doubt. Sandwiched between Manzambi’s two goals, Ruben Vargas struck in the 84th minute, and Granit Xhaka converted a stoppage-time penalty in the 97th minute to complete a four-goal salvo that overwhelmed Bosnia in the closing stages.
A Match Turned by Two Moments
Bosnia and Herzegovina had matched Switzerland for long periods and even pulled level for a brief moment of celebration when Amar Mahmić scored in the 93rd minute, cutting what was then a two-goal deficit. The celebration was short-lived: Xhaka’s penalty restored Switzerland’s cushion moments later, and Bosnia’s afternoon was further complicated when defender Tarik Muharemović was sent off in the 80th minute, leaving his side to play the final stretch a man down.
What This Means for Group B
The four-goal romp gives Switzerland an emphatic head start in Group B, a group that also includes Canada and Qatar. For Bosnia and Herzegovina, appearing at just their second World Cup, the result is a setback, but the manner of the collapse — conceding three goals in the final twenty minutes after holding their own for most of the match — will sting more than the scoreline alone.
FAQ
Who scored for Switzerland against Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Johan Manzambi scored twice (74′, 90′), with Ruben Vargas (84′) and Granit Xhaka (90+7′, penalty) also scoring in Switzerland’s 4-1 win.
Was a player sent off in the match?
Yes. Bosnia and Herzegovina defender Tarik Muharemović was shown a red card in the 80th minute, leaving his side to finish the match with ten men.
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