Switzerland is embracing the biggest challenge in world football: stopping Lionel Messi. With the Argentine captain in sensational form, scoring eight goals in five World Cup matches, Swiss manager Murat Yakin and captain Granit Xhaka admit there is no simple solution. Instead, Switzerland will rely on discipline, compact defending, and intelligent possession as they seek to reach their first-ever FIFA World Cup semifinal.
Switzerland coach Murat Yakin has blasted the controversial VAR decision that sent Breel Embolo off against Argentina, calling the rule "unacceptable" after his side's World Cup dream ended in a heartbreaking 3-1 extra-time defeat.