The Swiss football team has qualified for next summer’s World Cup tournament in Russia after a goalless draw against Northern Ireland in Basel on Sunday. This followed a 1-0 victory in the first leg of the play-off in Belfast on Thursday.
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Switzerland were grateful for Ricardo Rodriguez clearing the ball off his own goal line in the 91st minute after his side failed to take advantage of several opportunities in wet and slippery conditions.
Switzerland’s opponents in the opening stages of the World Cup will be announced on December 1 in Moscow.
“In all honesty, nobody cares about how we got there in this game,” said Swiss midfield player Granit Xhaka. “We have our World Cup ticket and that’s all that counts.” The 25-year-old then showed off his T-shirt emblazoned with a picture of the Kremlin and the single word “Switzerland”.
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The study analysed fat cells from different locations in the body, and found that those in the abdomen have unique properties.
North African asylum claims fall after rapid Swiss processing
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The accelerated procedure, now out of its test phase, has resulted in a significant drop in applications from North African countries.
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The artist's song "The Code" focuses on their journey as a nonbinary individual. It is one of the favourites to win this year's contest.
Swiss climate activists block vehicles near Gotthard tunnel
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Around ten climate activists briefly blocked the A2 motorway near the northern entrance of the Gotthard tunnel on Thursday.
Watches belonging to Michael Schumacher up for auction
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Schumacher's family is auctioning off eight rare watches from his collection in Geneva. The Christie's auction will take place on Monday.
Joya Marleen and Baschi named best solo acts at Swiss Music Awards
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St. Gallen singer Joya Marleen and Baschi from Basel were named artists of the year at the Swiss Music Awards 2024 on Wednesday night.
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