American World Cup Squad Selection
Fournier was chosen for Switzerland's 1994 World Cup midfield contingent during the country's return to the global finals after twenty-eight years.
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1994 in Switzerland
Explore 13 historical events and records for Switzerland in 1994.
Historical records for Switzerland in 1994
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Free Kick Against United States
Bregy scored Switzerland's goal directly from a free kick in the 1-1 World Cup draw with host nation United States.
Opening Draw with Hosts
Knup was part of Switzerland's attack when the side drew 1-1 with the United States in the opening match of its 1994 World Cup campaign.
President of Switzerland
Appointed President of Switzerland, 2nd term
Return to World Cup Knockout Stage
Roy Hodgson coaches Switzerland at the 1994 World Cup, guiding the side beyond its group before a round-of-sixteen defeat to Spain.
Swiss 1994 Tournament Defender
Rueda contributed to the Swiss defensive squad during the 1994 tournament, which ended against Spain in the round of sixteen.
Swiss Attack at United States World Cup
Stéphane Chapuisat leads the Swiss forward line at the 1994 tournament as Switzerland returns to the World Cup finals after a long absence.
Swiss Captain Returns to World Cup
Geiger captained Switzerland's defence as the team returned to the World Cup after a twenty-eight-year absence and reached the last sixteen.
Swiss Midfield in American Finals
Sforza contributed ball progression and central midfield organisation as Switzerland advanced from its group at the 1994 World Cup.
Swiss World Cup Midfield Squad
Bickel brought club-level experience to Switzerland's 1994 World Cup squad as Roy Hodgson's team progressed into the knockout stage.
Two Goals Against Romania
Grassi led the Swiss forward line at the 1994 finals, offering a physical target during a campaign that reached the round of sixteen.
United States World Cup Defensive Cover
Ohrel was part of Switzerland's back line at the 1994 finals and helped the side navigate the opening group stage.
World Cup Goal Against Spain
Subiat represented Switzerland during the 1994 World Cup in the United States, contributing attacking depth to a side that advanced from its group.
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