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90+3'

That's all for today as the game is over.
90+3'

Denis Zakaria (Switzerland) takes out his opponent with a nasty challenge and is relieved when the referee only gives him a booking.
90+3'

Shea Charles (Northern Ireland) dinks a cross into the box from the free kick. However, the opposition defence thwarts the attack, preventing anyone from finishing.
90+2'

The game is interrupted now, Alvyn Sanches (Switzerland) picks up a knock and the physio has to come on.
90

There will be a minimum of 3 min. of added time.
89'

Jamie Donley (Northern Ireland) sends a teasing cross into the area, but Gregor Kobel intercepts the ball.
88'

The attendance for today's match is 17862.
87'

The referee signals that it is time for a substitution and Djibril Sow (Switzerland) comes onto the pitch so that Vincent Sierro can be given a rest.
86'

Switzerland hold the ball and are exchanging some long passes.
85'

A pass by Lucas Blondel (Switzerland) ends up in no man's land, and the attacking effort comes to an end. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Northern Ireland.
84'

Alvyn Sanches (Switzerland) slaloms his way past challenges, but an opposing player does well to get the ball away.
81'

Northern Ireland are passing the ball across the pitch and keep possession. However, an opponent intercepts a pass and the situation changes.
81'

Jamie Donley (Northern Ireland) looks to break free, but an opposing player clears the ball away.
80'

Andi Zeqiri (Switzerland) picks up a long through ball, but Pierce Charles deserves praise for a brilliant reaction and interception.
78'

Fabian Rieder (Switzerland) sends over a poor, overhit cross from the corner kick and the ball goes out of play. The ball goes out of play and Northern Ireland will have a goal kick.
75'

Justin Devenny (Northern Ireland) takes the corner but fails to find any of his teammates. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Switzerland.
75'

Jamie Donley (Northern Ireland) rises high to head a nice lofted cross towards the top left corner. Unfortunately for him, his close-range effort lacks pace and Gregor Kobel makes a comfortable save.
74'

Michael O'Neill has decided to introduce fresh legs, with Terry Devlin (Northern Ireland) replacing Ethan Galbraith.
74'

Justin Devenny (Northern Ireland) takes the ball to the corner flag and sends it into the box.
72'

The ball goes out of play and Pierce Charles (Northern Ireland) takes a goal kick.
70'

Jamie Donley (Northern Ireland) gives away a foul for a clumsy challenge. Referee Mohammed Al-Hakim saw the whole situation.
69'

The referee signals that it is time for a substitution and Justin Devenny (Northern Ireland) will replace George Saville.
68'

Murat Yakin has decided to substitute Dan Ndoye and he is replaced by Alvyn Sanches (Switzerland).
68'

The referee stops play so that a substitution can be made and Isaac Schmidt leaves the pitch and Lucas Blondel (Switzerland) comes on.
67'

Nothing comes of the resulting corner from Fabian Rieder (Switzerland). The defence is alert and manages to cut it out.
66'

Pierce Charles is alert and has a clear sight of a long through ball from Fabian Rieder (Switzerland). Easy save!
65'

Dan Ndoye (Switzerland) makes an unfair challenge by holding his opponent to prevent him from getting the ball.
64'

The up-to-date shots on target statistics – 2:1.
64'

Some great controlled play and passing in the middle of the pitch from Switzerland.
62'

The ball is out of play. Northern Ireland win a corner kick.
62'

Switzerland enjoy a period of possession as they are exchanging some passes and waiting for an opportunity to strike.
59'

Here's the change. Breel Embolo leaves the pitch and Joel Monteiro (Switzerland) comes on as a substitute.
59'

It is time for a substitution. Fabian Rieder (Switzerland) is on for Michel Aebischer.
59'

Murat Yakin prepares a substitution. Ruben Vargas is replaced by Andi Zeqiri (Switzerland).
56'

Here comes a substitution. Paul Smyth (Northern Ireland) is given a rest as he is replaced by Dale Taylor.
56'

A substitution has been made. Lee Bonis goes off and Jamie Donley (Northern Ireland) comes on.
55'

Ethan Galbraith (Northern Ireland) has a great chance inside the box following a rebound off a defender, but somehow he gets too much on the ball and it goes well wide of the left post. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Switzerland.
54'

It seemed like Shea Charles (Northern Ireland) was going to take a quick free kick, but instead he is going to send the ball inside the penalty box for his teammates.
53'

Ricardo Rodriguez (Switzerland) will try to find the head of one of his teammates from a corner kick.
51'

Ethan Galbraith (Northern Ireland) tries to find Brodie Spencer, but he puts too much power on the pass. The ball is behind the touchline and Switzerland will take a throw-in.
50'

Ruben Vargas (Switzerland) clearly holds his opponent to prevent him from getting the ball and the referee immediately stops play.
50'

Ricardo Rodriguez (Switzerland) and Denis Zakaria matched up again to find some space for an unmarked teammate.
48'

Dan Ndoye (Switzerland) releases a low pass from just outside the box in an attempt to find his teammate, but one of the defenders calmly averts the threat. The ball is out of play. Switzerland will take a throw-in.
47'

Isaac Price (Northern Ireland) wastes a huge opportunity after receiving a fine cross from the free kick, but his close-range shot goes well over the crossbar. The ball goes out of play and Switzerland will have a goal kick.
47'

Poor challenge! Michel Aebischer (Switzerland) is penalised for tripping and Mohammed Al-Hakim blows his whistle. Free kick. Northern Ireland will probably just try to cross the ball in from here.
46'

The second half has just started.
45+1'

The referee blows his whistle to end the first half and the players are now heading to their respective dressing rooms.
45'

The fourth official shows 1 min. of added time.
45'

Mohammed Al-Hakim couldn't ignore the rough tackle by Ciaron Brown (Northern Ireland) and blew his whistle.
44'

Lee Bonis (Northern Ireland) hits a dipping shot from the edge of the box that's well off target and flies miles wide of the left post. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Switzerland.
43'

Isaac Price (Northern Ireland) goes on a solo run, but he fails to create a chance as an opposition player blocks him.
42'

Ricardo Rodriguez (Switzerland) gets in a good position inside the box and is only inches away from getting on the end of a through ball from the edge of the area. The linesman signals a throw-in for Northern Ireland.
40'

The referee blows his whistle and players are going to refresh themselves.
40'

Paul Smyth (Northern Ireland) is very lucky to stay on the pitch after using excessive force to bring down his opponent with a two-footed challenge.
38'

A horde of players are waiting inside the penalty area for a cross from the corner, but Ruben Vargas (Switzerland) takes it short.
37'

Ruben Vargas (Switzerland) makes an awful challenge on his opponent and can count himself very lucky that the referee didn't issue a red card.
34'

Great teamplay by Switzerland as they control the ball with a lot of short passes. Patience is the key if they want to find a gap in the defence to score.
32'

Denis Zakaria (Switzerland) makes a rough challenge and Mohammed Al-Hakim blows his whistle for a foul. It's a free kick to Northern Ireland, but it's in no position for a direct shot on goal.
32'

The ball is cleared after George Saville (Northern Ireland) attempted to dribble past an opposing player.
30'

Ricardo Rodriguez (Switzerland) puts a dangerous cross into the box, but the corner is cleared by the first man.
29'

It's a goal! Vincent Sierro (Switzerland) makes it 1:1. He jumped highest to connect with a perfect cross from Ricardo Rodriguez and planted his close-range header into the bottom left corner. Pierce Charles was helpless.
28'

The ball goes out of play and Switzerland have been awarded a corner kick.
27'

Nice passing game by Switzerland. They are increasing their possession with a series of long passes and waiting for the right moment to create an attacking opportunity.
26'

Ricardo Rodriguez (Switzerland) smashes the ball upfield and Dan Ndoye brings it down with a fine first touch.
25'

Mohammed Al-Hakim blows for a foul after Michel Aebischer (Switzerland) was too aggressive in the battle for the ball.
24'

A spell of possession for Northern Ireland in an attempt to control the game.
22'

Ball possession – 26:74.
22'

Dan Ndoye (Switzerland) is clearly in an offside position and the linesman raises his flag.
21'

Brodie Spencer (Northern Ireland) commits a rough challenge and Mohammed Al-Hakim blows his whistle for a foul. Switzerland earn a free kick.
20'

Switzerland keep possession of the ball by producing short passes and one-two passes from player to player.
20'

The game is interrupted. One of the players from Northern Ireland is cautioned for aggressive play.
19'

Ricardo Rodriguez (Switzerland) takes the corner with a short pass.
16'

What a beauty from just outside the box! Isaac Price (Northern Ireland) lashed the ball with incredible pace and power inside the right post.
15'

What was Stefan Gartenmann (Switzerland) thinking? He will not get away with that. The referee shows him a yellow card.
14'

Breel Embolo (Switzerland) attempts to slip the ball through the defence, but is unable to find any of his teammates. The ball is out of play. Northern Ireland will have a throw-in.
13'

Paul Smyth (Northern Ireland) did his best to latch on to a crossfield pass, but it was too long and it goes out of play. It's a throw-in for Switzerland.
12'

Switzerland control the tempo of the game by exchanging some accurate short passes.
10'

Ruben Vargas (Switzerland) makes a driving run into the box but he cannot work any space for a shot.
9'

Vincent Sierro (Switzerland) and Ricardo Rodriguez combine well with a quick one-two to trick their opponent.
8'

Neat passing move from Switzerland in order to create new attacking opportunities.
7'

Isaac Price (Northern Ireland) makes a strong challenge and Mohammed Al-Hakim blows for a foul.
6'

Cedric Zesiger (Switzerland) is clearly asking for some medical attention with his painful gestures. The extent of his injury is yet to be discovered.
5'

This yellow card was deserved. The tackle by Lee Bonis (Northern Ireland) was quite harsh and Mohammed Al-Hakim didn't hesitate to show him a yellow card.
4'

Switzerland are playing some nice combination football, sending it precisely from player to player, but a defender shows good anticipation and ends the move with a good block. The ball has crossed the sideline. Switzerland are taking a throw-in.
2'

Mohammed Al-Hakim blows his whistle. Lee Bonis (Northern Ireland) commits a foul after dangerous play.
1'

The first half has started.
0'

Switzerland will kick-off.

Mohammed Al-Hakim will supervise the game today.

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