"Switzerland have been the model of consistency in qualifying. They lead Group B with 10 points from four matches-three wins and one draw-scoring nine goals and conceding none. Their goalless draw against Slovenia last time out ended a six-game winning streak but extended their unbeaten run to eight matches across all competitions. Ranked 17th in the world, the Swiss have qualified for every World Cup since 2006, and their defensive solidity, coupled with attacking efficiency, makes them favorites to secure another appearance."
"Sweden's campaign has been calamitous. They sit bottom of Group B with just one point from four matches, scoring twice and conceding seven. Their 2-0 defeat to Switzerland in the reverse fixture was their first loss to the Swiss since 1994. After three straight qualifying defeats, Jon Dahl Tomasson was replaced by Graham Potter in October. Potter's arrival brings tactical optimism, but Sweden's hopes of reaching the World Cup are hanging by a thread."
Switzerland welcome Sweden to the Stade de Genève for a pivotal World Cup 2026 Group B qualifying match. Switzerland are unbeaten, leading Group B with 10 points from four matches—three wins and one draw—scoring nine goals and conceding none. A goalless draw with Slovenia extended an eight-match unbeaten run. Coach Murat Yakin is expected to field Yann Sommer; Manuel Akanji and Nico Elvedi; Ricardo Rodriguez and Silvan Widmer; Granit Xhaka and Remo Freuler; Djibril Sow; Xherdan Shaqiri, Ruben Vargas and Breel Embolo. Sweden sit bottom with one point, two goals scored and seven conceded, and Graham Potter seeks to revive their campaign.
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