FRANKFURT, June 24 — Switzerland coach Murat Yakin was relieved to have guided his team to the last 16 at Euro 2024 even though his players missed out on pulling off a rare...
Switzerland coach Murat Yakin and Cedric Zesiger celebrate with their fans after the match against Germany in Frankfurt June 23, 2024. — Reuters picFRANKFURT, June 24 — Switzerland coach Murat Yakin was relieved to have guided his team to the last 16 at Euro 2024 even though his players missed out on pulling off a rare victory over hosts Germany after conceding a stoppage-time equaliser in their final Group A fixture.
“We could have won,” Yakin said. “If you are leading until minute 92, it is sad. But generally we are happy. I am proud of the team, happy that we stayed unbeaten.” Switzerland captain and player of the match Granit Xhaka referred to the hosts reaction: “Cheers from the Germans after the 1-1 actually says it all”, he said. His team is hungry.”This result meant Germany advanced to the last 16 as Group A winners, while Switzerland finished as runners-up.
Julian Nagelsmann’s men had already sealed their place in the last-16 after beating Scotland and Hungary. The Swiss drew 1-1 against the Scots earlier in the week following their opening win over Hungary. — Reuters
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