Swiss coach suggested the best way to limit Messi's influence was to deny him possession altogether.

Ruben Vargas and Johan Manzambi struck second-half goals for Switzerland as they beat Canada 2-1 on Wednesday to qualify for the knockout stage of the World Cup as Group B winners, with the tournament co-hosts also progressing as runners-up.

"It’s incredible, it’s the first brace of my entire career," Manzambi said.