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Ruben Vargas

Ruben Vargas is a Swiss winger who scored Switzerland's third goal in their 4-1 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina on 18 June 2026.

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Key Question

How far can Switzerland go with Ruben Vargas and Granit Xhaka leading the attack?

Timeline for Ruben Vargas

#37 7 Jul

Scored the decisive penalty to win the shootout

2026 FIFA World Cup: Switzerland edge Colombia in a shootout
#23 18 Jun

Scored Switzerland's third goal against Bosnia-Herzegovina

2026 FIFA World Cup: Switzerland beat Bosnia 4-1 to advance
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Background

Ruben Vargas added Switzerland's third goal in the 4-1 defeat of Bosnia-Herzegovina at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on 18 June 2026, helping the Swiss secure qualification from Group B with six points alongside Canada . The Left winger was a composed presence in what became a comfortable victory after substitute Johan Manzambi had opened the scoring twice.

Vargas, 27, plays for Sevilla FC in Spain's La Liga having joined the club in January 2025 on a deal running to 2029. He has 62 international caps and 11 goals for Switzerland. The winger has been a consistent presence in the Swiss squad, starting all four of Switzerland's matches at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and earning selection again for 2026.

A direct, dribble-first Left winger, Vargas brings pace and crossing ability to Switzerland's attacking play. He is part of a Swiss generation that, alongside Granit Xhaka, has the experience and quality to make deep tournament runs.

Common Questions
Which club does Ruben Vargas play for?
Ruben Vargas plays as a Left winger for Sevilla FC in La Liga, having joined in January 2025.Source: Transfermarkt
How many caps has Ruben Vargas earned for Switzerland?
Vargas has earned 62 international caps for Switzerland, scoring 11 goals, as of the 2026 World Cup.Source: Transfermarkt
How did Switzerland beat Bosnia at the 2026 World Cup?
Switzerland beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 4-1 at SoFi Stadium on 18 June 2026. Johan Manzambi scored twice as a substitute, Ruben Vargas added a third and Granit Xhaka converted a stoppage-time penalty.Source: ESPN
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