Switzerland ended Egypt’s U17 World Cup campaign with a 3–1 victory that sent them into the round of 16.
Egypt struggled from the start. Nevio Sherrer struck in the 16th minute and gave Switzerland an early lead.
The goal unsettled the young Pharaohs, who failed to respond with any real threat.
Switzerland kept control of the match and continued to push forward with confidence.
Ethan Bruchez doubled the advantage in the 39th minute after a well-worked move.
Egypt entered the break with a two-goal deficit and little momentum.
The second half brought no improvement for the North Africans.
Their attack lacked precision and ideas, and each build-up broke down quickly.
Switzerland stayed organised and kept the pressure on.
Jill Stiel added a third goal in the 58th minute. The strike placed Egypt in a difficult position and ended any hope of a comeback.
Egypt tried to create chances, but Switzerland closed every gap with discipline.
Egypt found a late consolation goal in stoppage time.
Anas Roshdy scored in the 90+1 minute after a rare opening, but the match was already decided.
The final whistle confirmed Switzerland’s qualification for the round of 16.
Egypt’s journey ended earlier than they hoped, and the team now turns its attention to future competitions.
