Switzerland secured top spot in World Cup Group B with a 2-1 victory over co-hosts Canada on Wednesday, while the hosts still advanced to the knockout rounds for the first time in their history despite the defeat.
Boualem Khoukhi scored from a header in injury-time as Qatar held Switzerland to a shock 1-1 draw in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium.
Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka believes his side are ready to produce their best-ever FIFA World Cup campaign as they prepare to begin their Group B journey against Qatar on Saturday.
Switzerland's World Cup preparations have been disrupted after star striker Breel Embolo was unable to travel with the squad to the United States due to a visa issue linked to a criminal conviction that became legally binding earlier this year.
Florian Wirtz produced a stunning display for Germany as they edged a thrilling 4-3 victory over Switzerland in a Friday night friendly at St. Jakob-Park.
Scotland leapfrogged Denmark to secure their first World Cup qualification since 1998, thanks to a 4-2 win on Tuesday, while Austria were confirmed as Group H winners.