Central Midfielder
Granit Xhaka ↗
Commanding captain and Switzerland's most-capped player. The leader and heartbeat of the team — composed in possession, aggressive out of it, and the engine of everything they do.
Switzerland
Where to Watch – Streaming Options
| Service | Type | Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| SRF ↗ | Free | CHF 0 | German-language coverage of the 2026 World Cup on SRF zwei and SRF info, including all Switzerland national team matches. Stream free on any device via the Play SRF app and website (play.srf.ch). No subscription required — funded by the Swiss broadcasting licence fee. |
| RTS ↗ | Free | CHF 0 | French-language coverage on RTS 2 for viewers in Romandy, including all Swiss national team fixtures. Stream free via the Play RTS app and website (play.rts.ch) on iOS, Android and web. No subscription needed. |
| RSI ↗ | Free | CHF 0 | Italian-language coverage on RSI LA 2 for viewers in Ticino, including all Switzerland matches. Stream free via the Play RSI app and website (play.rsi.ch) on iOS, Android and web. No subscription needed. |
| Zattoo ↗ | Paid | From CHF 9.95/month | Swiss streaming platform carrying all SRF, RTS and RSI channels live — ideal for cord-cutters with no TV antenna or cable box. Watch all World Cup matches on any device including Smart TVs, phones and tablets. A free basic tier is also available with limited channels. |
FIFA World Cup 2026 · Team Profile
FIFA RANKING #19
Switzerland
Country
- CapitalBern
- Population~8.8 million
- ContinentEurope
- ConfederationUEFA
- National associationSFV/ASF – Swiss Football Association
World Cup history
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–Titles: 0Switzerland has never won the FIFA World Cup
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–Total appearances: 12One of Europe's most consistent qualifiers — six consecutive World Cups since 2006 under various coaches.[2]
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1954Quarter-finals (host)Best modern performance, hosting the tournament and reaching the last eight — still Switzerland's joint-best World Cup result
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2022Quarter-finalsEliminated by Portugal after beating Serbia and Cameroon in the group stage — their best result in the modern era
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2026Qualified as group winnersTopped their UEFA qualifying group unbeaten — 14 points from six matches, scoring 14 goals and conceding just two.[3]
Head coach
Swiss manager known for pragmatic, well-organised, tactically disciplined football. Since taking charge in 2021, Yakin has built Switzerland into one of Europe's most consistent sides, qualifying for consecutive tournaments with structured defensive solidity and efficient attacking play. Signed a contract extension through UEFA Euro 2028.[5]
Key players
Winger
Xherdan Shaqiri ↗
Versatile attacker with a wealth of World Cup experience across four tournaments. Still capable of moments of individual brilliance that can change a game in an instant.
Centre-back
Manuel Akanji ↗
Assured, ball-playing centre-back operating at the very top level with Manchester City. A cornerstone of Switzerland's defensive structure and composure from the back.
Goalkeeper
Yann Sommer ↗
Elite goalkeeper and one of the best shot-stoppers in Europe, now starting for Inter Milan. Brings world-class reflexes and tournament pedigree built across multiple major competitions.
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