A group-stage exit in 2010 had been a sobering lesson. Switzerland returned in 2014 with renewed purpose. Under Ottmar Hitzfeld, they were ready to write the next chapter.
Switzerland's tournament was a mixed affair, with promising moments offset by results that ultimately cut their journey short. With 7 goals in 4 games, they carried a consistent attacking threat throughout.
Switzerland showed enough quality to navigate a challenging group stage, though not without the occasional stumble. In the knockout rounds, they were narrowly knocked out by Argentina in the Round of 16. The narrowest of defeats against Argentina ended what had been a promising tournament run.
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Xherdan Shaqiri led Switzerland's attack with 3 goals at the 2014 World Cup.
The tactical mind behind Switzerland's 2014 campaign. At the helm since the 2010 World Cup a German at the helm.
Ottmar Hitzfeld's team relied on a potent attacking trio, with Xherdan Shaqiri scoring crucial goals. However, their defense was often exposed, particularly against France and Argentina.
