Dramatic Penalty Shootout Secures Swiss Victory

Switzerland Stuns France in Euro 2020

Dramatic Penalty Shootout Secures Swiss Victory

Key Points:

• Switzerland defeated France 5-4 in a penalty shootout.
• The match remained tied 3-3 after extra time.
• Switzerland's Yann Sommer saved Kylian Mbappé's penalty in the shootout.

In a stunning upset, Switzerland has eliminated reigning World Cup champions France from the Euro 2020 tournament in a dramatic penalty shootout. After a closely fought match that ended in a 3-3 draw after extra time, Switzerland held their nerve and prevailed in the shootout.

Switzerland's goalkeeper Yann Sommer was the hero of the hour, saving Kylian Mbappé's penalty in the shootout to secure the victory. The Swiss players celebrated wildly as they advanced to the quarterfinals, while France was left to rue a missed opportunity to defend their World Cup title.

The match was a rollercoaster of emotions for both sides. France took an early lead through Karim Benzema, but Switzerland responded with goals from Haris Seferovic and Mario Gavranović to take a 2-1 advantage. France equalized through Paul Pogba and Benzema again, but Seferovic scored his second goal to put Switzerland back in front. The match remained tied at 3-3 after extra time, setting the stage for the dramatic penalty shootout.

Switzerland's victory is a major upset and a huge boost for their hopes of winning their first major international tournament. It is also a disappointing end to France's Euro 2020 campaign, as they were considered one of the favorites to win the trophy.