World Cup 1950 : Switzerland and Mexico both exit FIFA World Cup
PORTO ALEGRE, Jul. 2, 1950 (AMP) — Brazil 50 : Switzerland defeated Mexico by a score of 2-1 (halftime: 2-0), in a World Cup group stage game on Sunday afternoon at the Pacaembu Stadium in Porto Alegre.
Switzerland dominated the first half thanks to goals from Bader ('10) and Antenen ('44). Leading 2-0 at the break, the Swisss further widened their lead in the second period with a goal by in the th minute.
Both teams are eliminated.Fixtures and Results : Group 1
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Overview
Switzerland at the World Cup
- 3 appearances (first in 1934)
- 3 participations in the qualifications (first in 1934)
Mexico at the World Cup
- 2 appearance (1930)
- 3 participations in the qualifications (first in 1930)
Switzerland
2:1
Mexico
2:1 (2:0)
- 2 July 1950
- 15:40
- Porto Alegre
Group 1
| Team | Pts |
|---|---|
 Brazil | 5 |
 Yugoslavia | 4 |
| Switzerland | 3 |
| Mexico | 0 |
Matches
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