Switzerland reaches World Cup quarterfinals for first time, president says

Switzerland's national football team has advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time, President Guy Parmelin said, calling the result a historic achievement for the country's men's squad. In a statement on social media, Parmelin congratulated the players, coaching staff and fans, saying the result would not be forgotten for years to come. Fans poured into the streets of Bern and other Swiss cities after the final whistle, celebrating late into the night following the team's win. The result places Switzerland among the men's national teams that have reached the quarterfinal stage of the tournament, a milestone the country had not previously reached in the competition. Switzerland's quarterfinal opponent will be determined by the tournament's remaining schedule. No further details on the matchup were immediately available.