🇨🇭 2026 World Cup – The squad for the last 2 matches

ByEthan November 5, 2025November 5, 2025

The Swiss national team is one step away from victory! Murat Yakin has unveiled a list of 25 players for the final two crucial qualifying matches. 2026 World Cup. Objective: to secure the ticket to the United States, Mexico and Canada on November 15 against Sweden, before a final trip to Kosovo on November 18.

Selection of the Swiss 🇨🇭 football team for the last two qualifying matches for the 2026 World Cup. #nati #hopschwiiz

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🔴⚪ Aebischer and Fassnacht are back!

The Swiss coach signs a list without major surprises, but with two welcome returns: Michel Aebischer (Pisa) and Christian Fassnacht (Young Boys).

Fassnacht, a true game-changer for Bern's wings (6 goals and 3 assists this season in the Super League), returns to the national jersey which he had not worn since March 2023.

Aebischer, meanwhile, returns after an adductor injury that sidelined him from the October international break. His impact in midfield will be invaluable in helping the Swiss national team through this final stretch.

💪 A united group despite the absences

Murat Yakin was keen to acknowledge the depth of his squad despite some setbacks:

«"It's a shame Remo (Freuler) had to withdraw, but our pool of drivers is sufficient to compensate for his absence."»

The coach specifically mentions Djibril Sow, Michel Aebischer and Vincent Sierro to take over the midfield role.

However, there is no return for Ardon Jashari, who is still in the recovery phase, nor for Noah Okafor, who has been dropped from the attack in favor of a stable and complementary group.

🔥 An ambitious national team, a country behind her

With a balanced squad, a solid defense, and a midfield capable of dictating the tempo, Switzerland approaches the match with confidence. The objective is clear: finish the job in Geneva against Sweden and secure another World Cup qualification.

The loyal and passionate Swiss public is expecting another historic performance from this generation that continues to thrill the country.

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November 15, 2025 – Switzerland 🇨🇭 vs Sweden 🇸🇪, in Geneva
November 18, 2025 – Kosovo 🇽🇰 vs Switzerland 🇨🇭, in Pristina

🏆 Goal: 2026 World Cup

Discipline, creativity, passion: the Swiss national team wants to make the white cross shine on the world stage. More than just a team, an entire nation dreams of a glorious new chapter.