A group-stage exit in 1962 had been a sobering lesson. Switzerland returned in 1966 with renewed purpose. Under Alfredo Foni, they were ready to write the next chapter.
| Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 7 |
| 2 |
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3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 7 |
| 3 |
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3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 5 | -1 | 3 |
| 4 |
|
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 9 | -8 | 0 |
It was a tournament to forget for Switzerland, who left without a single victory to their name. Goals proved hard to come by, with just 1 in 3 matches, and their lack of firepower ultimately told.
Switzerland found the group stage unforgiving, unable to pick up a single victory against their opponents. Their campaign featured a heavy 0-5 defeat to West Germany, a narrow 1-2 loss to Spain, and a 0-2 defeat against Argentina. The World Cup dream ended earlier than hoped, with Switzerland bowing out in the first round.
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Lost all 3 matches conceded 9 goals in 3 matches.
René-Pierre Quentin led Switzerland's attack with 1 goal at the 1966 World Cup.
The tactical mind behind Switzerland's 1966 campaign. A Italian at the helm winless under Foni.
Foni's team relied on defensive solidity but lacked creativity and attacking flair, resulting in their early elimination. The 0-5 loss to West Germany set the tone for a dismal campaign.
