Chile vs Switzerland: World Cup head-to-head record
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Chile holds a perfect 2-0 head-to-head record against Switzerland in World Cup matches, having won both encounters between the nations at FIFA's premier tournament. La Roja defeated the Swiss 3-1 in 1962 and 1-0 in 2010, establishing complete dominance in their limited World Cup history.
The two meetings span nearly five decades, with Chile's home World Cup victory in 1962 followed by another triumph in South Africa 48 years later, leaving Switzerland still searching for their first World Cup win against the South Americans.
Complete World Cup Head-to-Head Record
The Chile vs Switzerland World Cup rivalry tells a story of Chilean superiority across two distinct eras. Their first encounter came during Chile's memorable home tournament in 1962, where La Roja secured a commanding 3-1 victory on Matchday 1. This result helped propel Chile to their best-ever World Cup finish of third place.
Nearly five decades later, the teams met again at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, where Chile edged Switzerland 1-0 on Matchday 11. This victory was part of Chile's impressive group stage performance that saw them reach the Round of 16. For Switzerland, both defeats represent missed opportunities in tournaments where they needed positive results to advance further. Fans tracking upcoming international fixtures can follow live scores and build tournament brackets on Bola 2026.
| Year | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1962 | Matchday 1 | Chile 3-1 Switzerland |
| 2010 | Matchday 11 | Chile 1-0 Switzerland |
Frequently asked questions
How many times have Chile and Switzerland played in the World Cup?
Chile and Switzerland have met twice in World Cup competition, with both matches won by Chile (3-1 in 1962 and 1-0 in 2010).
When was the last World Cup match between Chile and Switzerland?
The most recent World Cup meeting was in 2010 in South Africa, where Chile defeated Switzerland 1-0 on Matchday 11.
Has Switzerland ever beaten Chile in a World Cup?
No, Switzerland has never defeated Chile in World Cup competition, losing both encounters 3-1 in 1962 and 1-0 in 2010.