The Europeans dominated the opening half but could not capitalise on the opportunities

Korea Republic were more offensive in the second half and came close when Kim Yeo-gon smashed the ball into the side netting on 78 minutes.

Kim Ji-woo then had a powerful effort well saved by keeper Theodore Pizarro as the Swiss held off a late Korea Republic surge.

Korea Republic play Ivory Coast - who have yet to register a point - in their final group match on Monday.