Haris Seferovic was the hero for Ottmar Hitzfeld’s side as the first draw of the tournament was averted.
Despite a generally poor showing and a disappointing match overall, Switzerland shaded a 2-1 win over Ecuador with a brilliant breakaway goal from Real Sociedad’s Haris Seferovic.
As Ecuador attacked, Valon Behrami won the ball with a superb tackle and the move culminated in the striker slotting home from Ricardo Rodriguez’s cross.