Switzerland edged Cameroon 1-0 courtesy of a goal against the run of play by apologetic Breel Embolo versus the country of his birth for an opening win in World Cup Group G at the Al Janoub Stadium on Thursday.

Embolo, born in Yaounde but raised in Basel, struck three minutes after the restart from a Xherdan Shaqiri cut-back to put them top of the section.

The 25-year-old refused to celebrate the goal on his 60th international appearance, lifting his hands in the air and frowning as the small group of Swiss fans cheered wildly at Al Janoub Stadium.

Serbia play Brazil in the other group match later on Thursday. Swiss coach Murat Yakin praised his team's overall display.

"This was a mature performance with a lot of solidarity from the entire team," he said.

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The Switzerland goal came after Cameroon had dominated the first half, missing several good chances to take the lead.

The Indomitable Lions, who eliminated Algeria in a playoff to qualify for the tournament, had outplayed the Swiss in the first 45 minutes with quick combinations, speed and power as their opponents remained toothless up front.

They carved out their first chance after 10 minutes with Bryan Mbeumo testing goalkeeper Yann Sommer before Karl Toko Ekambi sent his rebound over the bar. The Swiss were in trouble again a little later with in-form forward Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting snatching the ball from an opponent to charge into the box only for Sommer to block his effort.

In search of their first win at a World Cup in 20 years, Cameroon were bolder, taking on their opponents in one-on-one situations, while the Swiss rarely managed to get into the African side's box.

Switzerland, who reached the last 16 in the two previous World Cups, struck at the start of the second half with veteran Shaqiri cutting into the area and Embolo tapping in what proved to be the winner.

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An almost identical move just past the hour almost saw the Swiss score again but Ruben Vargas's shot was pushed wide by keeper Andre Onana to keep his team in the game. Cameron failed to replicate their first-half performance, failing to seriously threaten Sommer, and were lucky not to concede another in stoppage time through Haris Seferovic.

"The next match is decisive for us. We have to create opportunities. But we remain with our heads held high and know that anything is possible," Cameroon coach Rigobert Song said.

The Swiss next play Brazil on Monday with Cameroon taking on Serbia.

Switzerland edged Cameroon 1-0 courtesy of a goal against the run of play by apologetic Breel Embolo versus the country of his birth for an opening win in World Cup Group G at the Al Janoub Stadium on Thursday.

Switzerland edged Cameroon 1-0 courtesy of a goal against the run of play by apologetic Breel Embolo versus the country of his birth for an opening win in World Cup Group G at the Al Janoub Stadium on Thursday. Embolo, born in Yaounde but raised in Basel, struck three minutes after the restart from a Xherdan Shaqiri cut-back to put them top of the section. The 25-year-old refused to celebrate the goal on his 60th international appearance, lifting his hands in the air and frowning as the small group of Swiss fans cheered wildly at Al Janoub Stadium. Serbia play Brazil in the other group match later on Thursday. Swiss coach Murat Yakin praised his team's overall display. "This was a mature performance with a lot of solidarity from the entire team," he said. Also Read: Switzerland's Breel Embolo refuses to celebrate after scoring winner against Cameroon in FIFA WC; Here's why The Switzerland goal came after Cameroon had dominated the first half, missing several good chances to take the lead. The Indomitable Lions, who eliminated Algeria in a playoff to qualify for the tournament, had outplayed the Swiss in the first 45 minutes with quick combinations, speed and power as their opponents remained toothless up front. They carved out their first chance after 10 minutes with Bryan Mbeumo testing goalkeeper Yann Sommer before Karl Toko Ekambi sent his rebound over the bar. The Swiss were in trouble again a little later with in-form forward Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting snatching the ball from an opponent to charge into the box only for Sommer to block his effort. In search of their first win at a World Cup in 20 years, Cameroon were bolder, taking on their opponents in one-on-one situations, while the Swiss rarely managed to get into the African side's box. Switzerland, who reached the last 16 in the two previous World Cups, struck at the start of the second half with veteran Shaqiri cutting into the area and Embolo tapping in what proved to be the winner. Also Read: Japan team cleans up dressing room after historic win against Germany in FIFA World Cup, wins hearts An almost identical move just past the hour almost saw the Swiss score again but Ruben Vargas's shot was pushed wide by keeper Andre Onana to keep his team in the game. Cameron failed to replicate their first-half performance, failing to seriously threaten Sommer, and were lucky not to concede another in stoppage time through Haris Seferovic. "The next match is decisive for us. We have to create opportunities. But we remain with our heads held high and know that anything is possible," Cameroon coach Rigobert Song said. The Swiss next play Brazil on Monday with Cameroon taking on Serbia.

Embolo scores as Switzerland secure narrow 1-0 win over Cameroon in FIFA World Cup 2022

Switzerland forward Breel Embolo scored the winner for his side to help them beat Cameroon and get off to a winning start in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2022. Embolo scored his first goal in a World Cup for Switzerland at the Janoub Stadium in Al-Wakrah, Qatar but refused to celebrate as it came against Cameroon.

Switzerland started the game on a confident note and were clearly the better side in the first few minutes of the game. However, Cameroon managed to keep the Swiss attackers at bay with some solid defence. Embolo was kept quiet for the majority of the first half but his moment arrived just minutes after the break.

The Swiss striker opened the scoring for his team in the 48th minute with a calm tap-in from six yards out on a cross from his teammate Xherdan Shaqiri. Xhaka started the attack for Switzerland from the midfield as he laid it down to Shaqiri on the right. Shaqiri produced a perfect cross for Embolo to tap it home from a close distance to give Switzerland a much-needed lead.

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The striker positioned himself perfectly for the opener and came up with a great finish but he refused to celebrate the goal. Embolo raised both his hands and looked up to the sky after scoring but didn't join the rest of his teammates in celebrating the moment.

Here's why Breel Embolo didn't celebrate his goal against Cameroon

Embolo didn't celebrate the goal as he scored against Cameron, the country of his birth. The 25-year-old, who plays for the French club Monaco, was born in Yaounde, Cameron, and came to France with his mother at the tender age of 5. He then moved to Switzerland with the rest of his family in 2006 after his mother met her future husband, a Swiss national in France.

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Embolo rose through the ranks in Swiss football, playing across several age-group categories before&nbsp;becoming&nbsp;a neutral Switzerland citizen in 2014 and making his debut for the senior national football team in 2015. He has since become one of the vital cogs in the squad and has already made 60 appearances for the country in international football.

Switzerland, who are in Group G in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2022, will be hoping to continue their winning run when they take on five-time champions Brazil in their next game.

Switzerland forward Breel Embolo scored the winner for his side to help them beat Cameroon and get off to a winning start in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2022. Embolo scored his first goal in a World Cup for Switzerland at the Janoub Stadium in Al-Wakrah, Qatar but refused to celebrate as it came against Cameroon.

Switzerland forward Breel Embolo scored the winner for his side to help them beat Cameroon and get off to a winning start in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2022. Embolo scored his first goal in a World Cup for Switzerland at the Janoub Stadium in Al-Wakrah, Qatar but refused to celebrate as it came against Cameroon. Switzerland started the game on a confident note and were clearly the better side in the first few minutes of the game. However, Cameroon managed to keep the Swiss attackers at bay with some solid defence. Embolo was kept quiet for the majority of the first half but his moment arrived just minutes after the break. The Swiss striker opened the scoring for his team in the 48th minute with a calm tap-in from six yards out on a cross from his teammate Xherdan Shaqiri. Xhaka started the attack for Switzerland from the midfield as he laid it down to Shaqiri on the right. Shaqiri produced a perfect cross for Embolo to tap it home from a close distance to give Switzerland a much-needed lead. Breel Embolo with the opener to give the Swiss the opener against Cameroon The man wouldn’t celebrate against the country of his birth. Respect#Qatar2022 pic.twitter.com/zqonADSKcx — OLT (@CHAMPIONOLT) November 24, 2022 × Also Read: FIFA World Cup: Ronaldo to join Messi in illustrious list in Portugal's opening tie vs Ghana The striker positioned himself perfectly for the opener and came up with a great finish but he refused to celebrate the goal. Embolo raised both his hands and looked up to the sky after scoring but didn't join the rest of his teammates in celebrating the moment. Here's why Breel Embolo didn't celebrate his goal against Cameroon Embolo didn't celebrate the goal as he scored against Cameron, the country of his birth. The 25-year-old, who plays for the French club Monaco, was born in Yaounde, Cameron, and came to France with his mother at the tender age of 5. He then moved to Switzerland with the rest of his family in 2006 after his mother met her future husband, a Swiss national in France. Also Read: Japan team cleans up dressing room after historic win against Germany in FIFA World Cup, wins hearts Embolo rose through the ranks in Swiss football, playing across several age-group categories before becoming a neutral Switzerland citizen in 2014 and making his debut for the senior national football team in 2015. He has since become one of the vital cogs in the squad and has already made 60 appearances for the country in international football. Switzerland, who are in Group G in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2022, will be hoping to continue their winning run when they take on five-time champions Brazil in their next game.

Switzerland's Breel Embolo refuses to celebrate after scoring winner against Cameroon in FIFA WC; Here's why

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