December 03, (THEWILL) – Xherdan Shaqiri, a playmaker for Switzerland, once again proved to be Serbia’s arch-enemy by aiding in the elimination of Dragan Stojkovic’s team from the World Cup on a turbulent night at Stadium 974.
At the 2018 World Cup in Russia, Shaqiri scored a last-second goal to defeat Serbia, and he celebrated by forming the shape of an eagle with his hands to demonstrate his support for Kosovo, his native nation and a former Serbian region that gained independence in 2008. Serbia does not recognise that independence.
The Chicago Fire player received constant jeers and boos, and at least one Serbia supporter was kicked out for yelling anti-Kosovo slogans.
Switzerland, who entered the match knowing a draw would probably be sufficient, advanced from Group G with a dramatic 3-2 victory, alongside Brazil despite Brazil’s unexpected 1-0 loss to Cameroon. Shaqiri had the last laugh with the opening goal.
Switzerland will next play Portugal in four days while Serbia leaves Qatar with just one point, a victory over Cameroon, after three games.
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