Switzerland’s World Cup quarter-final run ends after a narrow loss leaves it facing Argentina’s progression rather than a last-four matchup against England. Switzerland’s manager publicly criticises a new “mistaken identity” rule introduced for the tournament, calling it controversial following the team’s elimination. The criticism centres on how the rule is applied during match incidents, and the manager argues it can affect outcomes in ways that feel inconsistent with the spirit of on-field decisions. Multiple outlets report that the Swiss team’s last match of the tournament comes after it reached the quarter-finals for the first time in 72 years. Instead of qualifying for the semi-finals where England would play, Switzerland is eliminated, and Argentina advances to the later stage. The coverage focuses on the coach’s reaction to the rule rather than on changes to Switzerland’s lineup or tactical approach. The reports present the manager’s remarks as part of a broader debate about refereeing procedures and the role of new regulations in determining tournament results.