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Switzerland progress to knockout stages

Johan Djourou in action for Switzerland
Johan Djourou in action for Switzerland

Johan Djourou and Switzerland are through to the knockout stages of the World Cup after beating Honduras 3-0 in Manaus.

A hat-trick from Xherdan Shaqiri ensured Ottmar Hitzfeld's team moved to the last 16 for the third time in six tournaments.

The Swiss took the lead after just six minutes when Shaqiri netted a stunning strike from 25 yards before converting Josip Drmic's pass to double their lead on 31 minutes.

The Bayern Munich midfielder completed his treble with 19 minutes remaining to ensure Switzerland finished in second place and set up a tie against Argentina.