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'I hope this serves a lesson:' Colombia exits World Cup with bitterness and introspection
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'Whatever comes next, I hope this serves as a lesson ... but change is necessary,' Colombian player says after shootout loss to Switzerland in Vancouver

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'Whatever comes next, I hope this serves as a lesson ... but change is necessary,' Colombian player says after shootout loss to Switzerland in Vancouver

Published Jul 08, 2026  •  Last updated 3 days ago  •  3 minute read

Colombia's players lie in despair on the B.C. Place turfColombia's players lie in despair on the B.C. Place turf after losing to Switzerland in a shootout during the 2026 World Cup round of 16 football match on Tuesday. Photo by Don MacKinnon / AFP via Getty Images /PNG

While media waited, and waited, and waited some more for Colombian players to appear after Tuesday night’s penalty shootout loss to Switzerland in the round of 16 matchup at B.C. Place, shouts in Spanish were heard from behind the barriers, but players were never seen.

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Head coach Néstor Lorenzo, meanwhile, after an equally long delay, made a very abbreviated appearance in the post-game press conference. He took three questions before departing with a “good evening, good afternoon, whatever.”

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‘What was missing?’ he was asked after the game, which was scoreless after a cagey and tactical (re: boring) 120 minutes.

‘A goal,’ was the reply.

“We should have scored a goal,” he said through a translator. “It’s of my interest that the team makes attempts, at least, but you pay for those mistakes. You pay when you don’t.

“In the last (World Cup qualifying) elimination round against Bolivia, Venezuela, we shot nine goals. These guys play at the major leagues, they’re amazing players. There’s nothing to reproach. The fact is that sometimes you score, sometimes you don’t.”

The Colombians had 15 shots to Switzerland’s 3, and an xG of 1.09 to 0.39. Jamington Campaz, unmolested, sent an effort from six yards out over the bar and into the stands in extra time. They hit a post. They hit a crossbar.

And now, they hit the road. This time, for home.

The team with the most road travelled during the tournament — 12,225 kilometres — leaves for home with heavy hearts and heavy legs.

Dejected Colombia fans after their loss to Switzerland in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026. Dejected Colombia fans after their loss to Switzerland at B.C. Place Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

Los Cafeteros midfielder Jhon Arias was the only player FIFA recorded speaking with media in the mixed zone on Tuesday night, stepping up to the microphone to speak for his team. He refused to make excuses, including the travel, but said that change needed to happen.

“It’s something that leaves us feeling very, very bitter,” he said through a translation. “But I also hope it can be the beginning of an internal change. Because I believe we had everything we needed to go further, but something was missing. We’re not going to make excuses, we’re not going to blame the pitch or the hotels or anything like that. I think the only thing left is to openly tell people that we take our share of the blame.”

Colombia has qualified for the World Cup six times in its history, with three of those coming in the last four tournaments. They’ve reached the round of 16 three times, with a 2014 quarterfinals appearance the nation’s high-water mark.

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  1. Colombia fans take to the streets around B.C. Place in anticipation of a World Cup round of 16 elimination match between Switzerland and Colombia.

    Colombia fans take to the streets around B.C. Place in anticipation of a World Cup round of 16 elimination match between Switzerland and Colombia.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  2. Colombia fans take to the streets around B.C. Place in anticipation of a World Cup round of 16 elimination match between Switzerland and Colombia.

    Colombia fans take to the streets around B.C. Place in anticipation of a World Cup round of 16 elimination match between Switzerland and Colombia.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  3. Colombia fans take to the streets around B.C. Place in anticipation of a World Cup round of 16 elimination match between Switzerland and Colombia.

    Colombia fans take to the streets around B.C. Place in anticipation of a World Cup round of 16 elimination match between Switzerland and Colombia. (Photo by Jason Payne/ PNG) (For story by J.J. Adams and Patrick Johnston) [PNG Merlin Archive]Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  4. Colombia fans take to the streets around B.C. Place in anticipation of a World Cup round of 16 elimination match between Switzerland and Colombia.

    Colombia fans take to the streets around B.C. Place in anticipation of a World Cup round of 16 elimination match between Switzerland and Colombia.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  5. Colombia fans take to the streets around B.C. Place in anticipation of a World Cup round of 16 elimination match between Switzerland and Colombia.

    Colombia fans take to the streets around B.C. Place in anticipation of a World Cup round of 16 elimination match between Switzerland and Colombia.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  6. Colombia fans take to the streets around B.C. Place Stadium in anticipation of a World Cup round of 16 elimination match between Switzerland and Colombia.

    Colombia fans take to the streets around B.C. Place Stadium in anticipation of a World Cup round of 16 elimination match between Switzerland and Colombia.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  7. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Players and match officials line up before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Players and match officials line up before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by Luke Hales /Getty Images

  8. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Captain Granit Xhaka #10 of Switzerland leads the team entering the pitch before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Captain Granit Xhaka #10 of Switzerland leads the team entering the pitch before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by Carl Recine /Getty Images

  9. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Players and match officials walk into the pitch before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Players and match officials walk into the pitch before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by Luke Hales /Getty Images

  10. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Nestor Lorenzo, Head Coach of Colombia, lines up for the national anthem before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Nestor Lorenzo, Head Coach of Colombia, lines up for the national anthem before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by Carl Recine /Getty Images

  11. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: FIFA President Gianni Infantino, Switzerland Football Association President Peter Knabel and Colombia Football Federation President Ramon Jesurun attend the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: FIFA President Gianni Infantino, Switzerland Football Association President Peter Knabel and Colombia Football Federation President Ramon Jesurun attend the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by Alex Grimm /Getty Images

  12. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Fans are seen during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Fans are seen during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by Alex Grimm /Getty Images

  13. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Gregor Kobel #1 of Switzerland makes a save a shot taken by Gustavo Puerta #14 of Colombia during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Gregor Kobel #1 of Switzerland makes a save a shot taken by Gustavo Puerta #14 of Colombia during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by Carl Recine /Getty Images

  14. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Luis Diaz #7 of Colombia competes for the ball against Denis Zakaria #6 and Nico Elvedi #4 of Switzerland during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Luis Diaz #7 of Colombia competes for the ball against Denis Zakaria #6 and Nico Elvedi #4 of Switzerland during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by David Ramos /Getty Images

  15. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Manuel Akanji #5 of Switzerland competes for the ball against Gustavo Puerta #14 of Colombia during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Manuel Akanji #5 of Switzerland competes for the ball against Gustavo Puerta #14 of Colombia during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by David Ramos /Getty Images

  16. Colombia's Jefferson Lerma (left) collides with Switzerland's Dan Ndoye during the first half of play between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Colombia's Jefferson Lerma (left) collides with Switzerland's Dan Ndoye during the first half of play between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  17. Colombia's Jefferson Lerma (left) collides with Switzerland's Dan Ndoye during the first half of play between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Colombia's Jefferson Lerma (left) collides with Switzerland's Dan Ndoye during the first half of play between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  18. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Fan of Colombia show their support during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Fans of Colombia show their support during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by David Ramos /Getty Images

  19. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Denis Zakaria #6 of Switzerland competes for the ball against Gustavo Puerta #14 and Luis Diaz #7 of Colombia during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Denis Zakaria #6 of Switzerland competes for the ball against Gustavo Puerta #14 and Luis Diaz #7 of Colombia during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by David Ramos /Getty Images

  20. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Nico Elvedi #4 of Switzerland competes for the ball against Jhon Arias #11 of Colombia during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Nico Elvedi #4 of Switzerland competes for the ball against Jhon Arias #11 of Colombia during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by David Ramos /Getty Images

  21. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Murat Yakin, Head Coach of Switzerland, controls the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Murat Yakin, Head Coach of Switzerland, controls the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by David Ramos /Getty Images

  22. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Denis Zakaria #6 of Switzerland competes for the ball against Luis Diaz #7 of Colombia during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Denis Zakaria #6 of Switzerland competes for the ball against Luis Diaz #7 of Colombia during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by Alex Grimm /Getty Images

  23. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: General view during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: General view during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by David Ramos /Getty Images

  24. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Tom Cochrane (R) performs at half time during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Tom Cochrane (R) performs at half time during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by Luke Hales /Getty Images

  25. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Tom Cochrane (R) performs at half time during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Tom Cochrane (R) performs at half time during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by David Ramos /Getty Images

  26. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: A general view as Granit Xhaka #10 of Switzerland kicks off the second half during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: A general view as Granit Xhaka #10 of Switzerland kicks off the second half during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by Luke Hales /Getty Images

  27. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Granit Xhaka #10 of Switzerland receives a yellow card by Referee Ivan Barton after fouling on Daniel Munoz #2 (not pictured) of Colombia during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Granit Xhaka #10 of Switzerland receives a yellow card by Referee Ivan Barton after fouling on Daniel Munoz #2 (not pictured) of Colombia during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by Luke Hales /Getty Images

  28. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Murat Yakin, Head Coach of Switzerland, reacts as Denis Zakaria #6 (not pictured) receives a yellow card during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: Murat Yakin, Head Coach of Switzerland, reacts as Denis Zakaria #6 (not pictured) receives a yellow card during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by David Ramos /Getty Images

  29. VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: A fan looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

    VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 07: A fan looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at BC Place Vancouver on July 07, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.Photo by Alex Grimm /Getty Images

  30. Colombia's James Rodriguez fights for the ball with Switzerland's Ardon Jashari in the first half of play

    Colombia's James Rodriguez (left) fights for the ball with Switzerland's Ardon Jashari in the first half of play Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  31. Switzerland's Granit Xhaka and Colombia's Daniel Munoz fight for the ball in play between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Switzerland's Granit Xhaka and Colombia's Daniel Munoz fight for the ball in play between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  32. Colombia's Luis Suarez chases Switzerland's goalkeeper Gregor Kobel in play between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Colombia's Luis Suarez chases Switzerland's goalkeeper Gregor Kobel in play between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  33. Colombia's James Rodriguez fights for the ball with Switzerland's Ardon Jashari in the first half of play

    Colombia's James Rodriguez (left) fights for the ball with Switzerland's Ardon Jashari in the first half of play (Photo by Jason Payne/ PNG) (For story by J.J. Adams and Patrick Johnston) [PNG Merlin Archive]Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  34. Colombia fans cheer during the first half of play

    Colombia fans cheer during the first half of play.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  35. Kobel of Switzerland makes a save against Jhon Lucumi of Colombia during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at B.C. Place Vancouver on July 7, 2026.

    Kobel of Switzerland makes a save against Jhon Lucumi of Colombia during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at B.C. Place Vancouver on July 7, 2026.Photo by David Ramos /Getty Images

  36. Switzerland's Nico Elvedi blocks a shot by Colombia's Jaminton Campaz in play between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Switzerland's Nico Elvedi blocks a shot by Colombia's Jaminton Campaz in play between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  37. Cucho Hernandez and Jhon Lucumi of Colombia attempt a header during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at B.C. Place Vancouver on July 7, 2026.

    Cucho Hernandez and Jhon Lucumi of Colombia attempt a header during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at B.C. Place Vancouver on July 7, 2026.Photo by Carl Recine /Getty Images

  38. Colombia fans react during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at B.C. Place Vancouver on July 7, 2026 in Vancouver.

    Colombia fans react during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at B.C. Place Vancouver on July 7, 2026 in Vancouver.Photo by Carl Recine /Getty Images

  39. Switzerland's Manuel Akanji (left) and Granit Xhaka fight for the ball with Colombia's Luis Suarez in play between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Switzerland's Manuel Akanji (left) and Granit Xhaka fight for the ball with Colombia's Luis Suarez in play between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  40. Leandro Campaz of Colombia shoots and misses a chance against Gregor Kobel of Switzerland during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at B.C. Place Vancouver on July 7, 2026.

    Leandro Campaz of Colombia shoots and misses a chance against Gregor Kobel of Switzerland during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia at B.C. Place Vancouver on July 7, 2026.Photo by Carl Recine /Getty Images

  41. Switzerland goalkeeper Gregor Kobel makes a save against Colombia in the first half of play between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Switzerland goalkeeper Gregor Kobel makes a save against Colombia in the first half of play between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  42. Switzerland goalkeeper Gregor Kobel makes a save against Colombia in the first half of play between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Switzerland goalkeeper Gregor Kobel makes a save against Colombia in the first half of play between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  43. Colombia goalkeeper Camilo Vargas can't stop a shot to end the game in Switzerland's favour in a shoot-out between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Colombia goalkeeper Camilo Vargas can't stop a shot to end the game in Switzerland's favour in a shoot-out between Switzerland and Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  44. Switzerland goalkeeper Gregor Kobel (right) with teammates after Switzerland won in a shoot-out against Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Switzerland goalkeeper Gregor Kobel (right) with teammates after Switzerland won in a shoot-out against Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  45. Dejected Colombia fans after their loss to Switzerland in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Dejected Colombia fans after their loss to Switzerland in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  46. Dejected Colombia fans after their loss to Switzerland in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Dejected Colombia fans after their loss to Switzerland in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  47. Dejected Colombia fans after their loss to Switzerland in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Dejected Colombia fans after their loss to Switzerland in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  48. Switzerland fans celebrate after their team's victory over Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Switzerland fans celebrate after their team's victory over Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  49. Switzerland fans celebrate after their team's victory over Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Switzerland fans celebrate after their team's victory over Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  50. Switzerland players celebrate goalkeeper Gregor Kobel after they won against Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Switzerland players celebrate goalkeeper Gregor Kobel after they won against Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  51. Switzerland players celebrate goalkeeper Gregor Kobel after they won against Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Switzerland players celebrate goalkeeper Gregor Kobel after they won against Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  52. Switzerland players celebrate goalkeeper Gregor Kobel after they won against Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Switzerland players celebrate goalkeeper Gregor Kobel after they won against Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

  53. Switzerland players celebrate goalkeeper Gregor Kobel after they won against Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

    Switzerland players celebrate goalkeeper Gregor Kobel after they won against Colombia in Vancouver during the FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination round Tuesday, July 7, 2026.Photo by Jason Payne /PNG

“I think the nation had great hopes, the whole country. … Whatever comes next, I hope this serves as a lesson. I think we’re leaving with the feeling of not having been able to reach the goal we had set. And that leaves us with a bit of frustration, even though we did some good things. But change is necessary.

“When your head is hot, when things like what happened today happen, the tendency is to be fatalistic, to believe that everything is bad. Personally, I don’t think everything is bad. I think the World Cup gave us a good base, a solid foundation. We also have a solid core that we can build on. We have great players, players who know how to compete. I think we’re on the right path. Clearly something is missing, obviously something is missing, and that is what we have to figure out, what we have to look for inside ourselves.”

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