The story
The Switzerland national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the Nati, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 19 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from UEFA to this expanded 48-team tournament.
Quietly excellent and forever underestimated, the side that loves a giant-killing.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Switzerland will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group B and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group B. The connection between Granit Xhaka and Dan Ndoye is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
Granit Xhaka - the clinical midfield who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
Switzerland are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
Schweiz 
Bosnien und Herzegowina Schweiz 4:1 Bosnien und Herzegowina
Schweiz 4:1 Bosnien und Herzegowina. Gruppe B. BC Place, Vancouver. Fr., 12. Juni.
Schweiz 
Kanada Schweiz 2:1 Kanada
Schweiz 2:1 Kanada. Gruppe B. BC Place, Vancouver. Do., 18. Juni.
Schweiz 
Katar Schweiz 1:1 Katar
Schweiz 1:1 Katar. Gruppe B. BC Place, Vancouver. Mo., 22. Juni.
Schweiz 
Algerien Schweiz 2:0 Algerien
Schweiz 2:0 Algerien. Runde der letzten 32. BC Place, Vancouver. Do., 2. Juli.
Schweiz 
Kolumbien Schweiz 0:0 i. E. Kolumbien im Elfmeterschießen
Schweiz 0:0 i. E. Kolumbien im Elfmeterschießen. Achtelfinale. BC Place, Vancouver. Di., 7. Juli.
Argentinien Schweiz Argentinien 3:1 n. V. Schweiz nach Verlängerung
Argentinien 3:1 n. V. Schweiz nach Verlängerung. Viertelfinale. Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City. Sa., 11. Juli.