Switzerland Women delivered an extraordinary attacking display in their FIFA Women’s World Cup qualification (UEFA) match on Friday, beating Israel Women 7-3 in a ten-goal thriller. The result strengthens Switzerland’s position in the group and underlines their attacking depth ahead of the next round of qualifiers.

Match Overview

The match was open from the first minute, with both sides committing numbers forward. Switzerland’s superior technical quality and pace in wide areas quickly told, but Israel showed remarkable resilience and kept finding ways to score. By half-time, the contest was already a high-scoring affair, and the second half continued in the same end-to-end fashion.

Switzerland’s midfield controlled possession for long spells, but Israel’s counter-attacks were sharp and direct. Every time the visitors looked like running away with the game, Israel responded. In the end, Switzerland’s firepower was simply too much, and they pulled away with a dominant final 20 minutes.

Key Moments

• 5′ – 0-1: Ramona Bachmann opened the scoring with a precise finish after a quick Swiss move.
• 12′ – 1-1: Eden Avital equalised for Israel with a low shot from the edge of the box.
• 18′ – 1-2: Ana-Maria Crnogorčević restored Switzerland’s lead with a header.
• 23′ – 1-3: Bachmann scored her second, finishing a counter-attack.
• 40′ – 1-4: Alisha Lehmann added a fourth with a composed finish.
• 55′ – 1-5: Crnogorčević scored her second from a set piece.
• 61′ – 1-6: Bachmann completed her hat-trick.
• 70′ – 2-6: Avital scored Israel’s second with a brave header.
• 79′ – 2-7: Coumba Sow made it seven for Switzerland.
• 88′ – 3-7: Marian Awad scored a late consolation for Israel.

Tactical Story

Switzerland set up in a 4-3-3 and looked to overload the flanks, with the full-backs joining the attack at every opportunity. Israel defended in a deep 5-4-1, hoping to spring counter-attacks through Avital and Awad. That plan worked sporadically, but Switzerland’s movement and quick passing repeatedly opened up the defensive block.

The key difference was Switzerland’s efficiency in the final third. They scored seven goals from just 12 shots on target, while Israel converted three of their five clear chances. Switzerland’s midfield trio dominated the second balls, and their ability to switch play from side to side stretched Israel’s back line throughout.

Standout Players

Ramona Bachmann was the standout performer with a hat-trick and an assist, constantly troubling Israel’s defence with her dribbling and movement. Ana-Maria Crnogorčević scored twice and led the line with authority, while Alisha Lehmann and Coumba Sow also got on the scoresheet. For Israel, Eden Avital was excellent, scoring twice and never giving up, while Marian Awad added a well-taken late goal.

Qualification Impact

Switzerland’s victory keeps them firmly in contention for a place at the FIFA Women’s World Cup. The three points are crucial in a competitive UEFA qualifying group, and the goal difference boost could prove valuable. Israel Women will take some encouragement from their attacking display, but the defensive issues that have plagued them in this campaign were exposed once again. They will need a much tighter performance in their next qualifier to keep their own hopes alive.