World Cup 2022 highlights: Switzerland wins 1-0 vs. Cameroon

The 2022 FIFA World Cup continued Thursday with Switzerland taking care of business against Cameroon, winning 1-0 to open the day.

In a relatively uneventful match, Breel Embolo scored the match's lone goal in the opening minutes of the second half against the country he was born in, providing an emotional moment for the 25-year-old.

Switzerland goalkeeper Yann Sommer had five saves in the win. 

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Switzerland held on to win 1-0.

Here are the top plays from Thursday's group stage action.

Switzerland vs. Cameroon

10': Chances for Cameroon early, but no dice

Bryan Mbeumo's shot was stopped by Yann Sommer and while Karl Toko-Ekambi got the rebound, his shot sailed over the net to keep it scoreless early. 

14': Sommer stepping up early

The Switzerland goalkeeper made another early stop when Eric Choupo-Moting broke away for a shot in the box. However, a goal wouldn't have counted there as Choupo-Moting was ruled offside. 

48': Switzerland strikes first

Breel Embolo scored the match's first goal, scoring on a shot off a pass into the middle of the box. Embolo, who was born in Cameroon, had a measured celebration to his goal.

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Watch Switzerland's Breel Embolo scoring a goal against Cameroon in the 48' in the 2022 Men's FIFA World Cup.

93': Switzerland can taste victory

The Switzerland fans in attendance are preparing to celebrate their team's victory in its first match of the 2022 World Cup.

Postgame: Disappointing result for Cameroon

The "FIFA World Cup Now" crew discussed the disappointing result for Cameroon, who had more shots than Switzerland in Thursday's game.

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The "FIFA World Cup Now" crew reacts to Cameroon's missed opportunities against Switzerland. They note a reoccurring theme in the World Cup, playing well doesn't guarantee a win. 

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