Switzerland XI vs Qatar – Predicted lineup and team news

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·13 Juni 2026

Switzerland XI vs Qatar – Predicted lineup and team news

Switzerland take on Qatar in Santa Clara, looking to establish an early advantage in a competitive Group B.

The Red Crosses embody tournament consistency, having reached the round of 16 in their last three World Cup appearances. Head coach Murat Yakin expects his players to dominate possession and shift the ball rapidly into wide areas.

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The Swiss team enter the competition in excellent spirits, boasting just one defeat in their last 14 outings. Defensive solidity remains the cornerstone of their identity after conceding only two goals during qualification. Yakin will demand a professional performance to avoid an opening-day upset.

Switzerland team news

Yakin possesses a fully fit roster and will lean heavily on his experienced leaders to control the tempo. Goalkeeper Gregor Kobel will start between the posts behind a robust defensive line.

Manchester City star Manuel Akanji will partner Nico Elvedi in central defence to provide pace and composed distribution. Silvan Widmer will push forward from right-back, while veteran Ricardo Rodriguez offers immense set-piece quality from the left.

Granit Xhaka will dictate the match from the double pivot alongside the industrious Remo Freuler. Fabian Rieder will occupy the central attacking midfield pocket to feed the forward line. On the wings, Ruben Vargas and the explosive Dan Ndoye will provide direct threats in transition.

Zeki Amdouni is expected to start as the focal point of the attack ahead of Breel Embolo. Amdouni’s intelligent movement and high pressing will be crucial to keeping Qatar pinned deep in their own half.

Switzerland predicted lineup

Switzerland predicted XI: Kobel; Widmer, Akanji, Elvedi, Rodriguez; Xhaka, Freuler; Vargas, Rieder, Ndoye; Amdouni.

When will the match kick off?

The FIFA World Cup group match at Levi’s Stadium kicks off at 20:00 BST on Saturday, 13 June 2026.

How to watch Qatar vs Switzerland?

In the United Kingdom, this Group B opening match will be broadcast live on television via ITV1. Football fans in the United States can stream or watch the full match live through Fox.