"The Switzerland World Cup 2026 squad will be the sixth consecutive selection after qualification was assured in November. Granit Xhaka and co. secured passage on the final matchday of qualifiers and will once again compete on football's biggest stage with hopes of going even further after a shock win against Portugal last time in Qatar. They have a taste for some potential opponents after playing World Cup 2026 hosts the United States in June."
"Granit Xhaka is continuing his revival at Sunderland and may well have helped them qualify for European competition come next summer, and he will be a vital part of the squad, providing an experienced head. Treat yourself to your favourite World Cup 2026 shirt They won't be able to call upon Xherdan Shaqiri, who retired from international football at the end of Euro 2024."
"They romped to a 4-0 victory, giving them a glimpse of what to expect in the summer. You may like Switzerland will be looking to make it past the round of 16 for the first time this century in Canada, Mexico and the United States, and they can call upon some stars of European football to try and do so."
Switzerland secured qualification for World Cup 2026, marking their sixth consecutive tournament appearance after clinching passage on the final matchday of qualifiers. The squad includes experienced midfield leader Granit Xhaka, who has revived his form at Sunderland, and defenders Manuel Akanji and Ricardo Rodriguez among others. Switzerland beat Portugal in Qatar and beat the USA 4-0 in June, offering confidence against potential opponents. Xherdan Shaqiri retired after Euro 2024 and is unavailable. The selection blends domestic and European club players across goalkeeping, defense, and midfield roles, with aims to progress beyond the round of 16 in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
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