Chile has finally broken through against the 10-man Swiss, with substitute Esteban Parades’ cross headed home by Mark Gonzalez in the 74th minute to put the Chileans up 1-0.
World Cup 2010, Switzerland Vs. Chile: Mark Gonzalez Heads Chile To 1-0, 74th Minute Lead
Parades was able to create the opportunity after Swiss goalkeeper Diego Benaglio miss the pace on through ball and came off his line. Parades beat the `keeper to the ball, touched it around the man and eventually crossed for González. The left winger headed the ball into the open net for Chile’s lead.
Chile had played 43 minutes up a man after Swiss midfielder Valon Behrami was shown a straight red card in the first half.
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