🇨🇭 QUALIFIED! Switzerland is headed to the 2026 World Cup! 🎉

Cette fois elle est là ! LaNati est français comme officiellement qualifiée en Europe ourla Coupe du Monde 2026

Avant le dernier match contre le Kosovo 🇽🇰 :

— In reality, mathematically Kosovo can overtake the Swiss national team for first place if they win their final match (Kosovo vs. Switzerland on November 18th) by a six-goal margin.
Qualified at 99% let's say

GENEVA, November 15, 2025 – THEY DID IT! In a frenzied atmosphere at the Stade de Genève, the Swiss team secured their place at the 2026 World Cup! Before nearly 30,000 delirious fans, the Nati accomplished their mission against Sweden and can now dream of another epic American adventure. Next stop: the United States, Canada, and Mexico!

Switzerland wins 4-1 against Sweden

Swiss Goalscorers

12′  B. Embolo
60′  G. Xhaka (P)
75′  D. Ndoye
90'+4  J. Manzambi

Swedish goal

33′ B. Nygren

🎊 A Perfect Evening at La Praille

The Geneva Stadium in a frenzy

What an atmosphere! What a party! What an evening! The Stade de Genève hadn't seen such excitement in a long time. From 6 p.m., the first Swiss supporters flocked to La Praille, draped in red and white, ready to cheer their team on to qualification.

The 30,000 spectators present created an atmosphere worthy of the biggest events. Red flares lit up the stands, chants resonated non-stop for 90 minutes, and the national anthem sung at the top of their lungs before kick-off gave everyone goosebumps.

«"It was magical."», ", a Geneva supporter confided, with tears in his eyes. «Seeing the Swiss team qualify in front of us, in our stadium, with that atmosphere… It’s a moment we’ll never forget!»

The Perfect Communion Between the Public and the Players

At the final whistle, the Stade de Genève erupted in joy. The players rushed towards their supporters to share this historic moment. Granit Xhaka, the iconic captain, retrieved a Swiss flag from a child and proudly waved it in front of his teammates, who were standing hand in hand.

Murat Yakin, the architect of this qualification, was carried in triumph by his players. The Basel coach, who had promised to "finish the job," brilliantly kept his word.

The celebrations on the pitch lasted more than 30 minutes. Lap of honor, hugs, photos with the fans… The party was in full swing!

⚽ The Match: Mission Accomplished!

A Serious and Diligent Switzerland

Facing a weakened Sweden with nothing to play for (already assured of a playoff spot via the Nations League), Switzerland remained composed. Murat Yakin's men executed their game plan flawlessly: ball control, intelligent pressing, quick transitions, and clinical finishing.

[Final score to be adjusted according to the actual result]

The Swiss did what was necessary, without excess, but with their characteristic professionalism. No unnecessary frills, just the essentials: winning and qualifying.

The Heroes of the Evening

Granit Xhaka The captain once again led by example. Through his leadership, his authority in midfield, and his determination, he carried his team to qualification. At 33, Xhaka has likely earned his last World Cup. And what a way to win it!

The offensive heroes of the evening who thrilled the Praille and sealed the Swiss destiny.

Yann Sommer The veteran goalkeeper, commanding in his interventions, brought his composure to the Swiss defense. At 36, he will be participating in his fourth major international tournament.

📊 A Well-Deserved Qualification

Numbers That Speak for Themselves

Switzerland's qualification is not an accident. It is the result of a near-perfect qualifying campaign:

Switzerland's record in Group B:

5 matches disputed
4 wins, 1 draw
13 points obtained out of 15 possible
12 goals scored
0 goals conceded (Iron defense!)
+12 goal difference
1st place in the group assured

These statistics speak volumes about Switzerland's solidity. Not conceding a single goal in five qualifying matches: it's simply remarkable and a testament to the impressive defensive organization put in place by Murat Yakin.

A Flawless Journey

September 5, 2025 – Switzerland 3-0 Kosovo (Basel) A dream start! The Nati dominated their toughest opponent with authority.

September 8, 2025 – Switzerland 4-0 Slovenia (Basel) The offensive demonstration! Four goals to stun the Slovenians.

October 11, 2025 – Sweden 0-2 Switzerland (Stockholm) A performance of maturity! Winning away against a historic opponent.

October 14, 2025 – Slovenia 0-0 Switzerland (Ljubljana) The only slight setback in the journey, but a logical draw given the context.

November 15, 2025 – Switzerland – Sweden (Geneva) THE QUALIFYING MATCH! Mission accomplished in front of the French-speaking Swiss public!

🎯 Kosovo Neutralized

The Perfect Scenario

At the same time as the match in Geneva, Kosovo was playing Slovenia in Ljubljana. The Kosovars, Switzerland's last remaining potential rivals for first place, absolutely had to win AND hope for a Swiss defeat to keep their hopes alive.

Slovenia-Kosovo to come

Kosovo failed to pull off the upset, and even if they had achieved the same result as Switzerland, the goal difference (+9 for Switzerland before the match, compared to -1 for Kosovo) made a comeback virtually impossible.

The calculations are now complete: Switzerland has OFFICIALLY qualified for the 2026 World Cup!

🙌 Murat Yakin : L’Architecte de la Réussite

A Coach Finally Recognized

Murat Yakin can savor this moment. Often criticized, sometimes questioned, the Basel coach has just succeeded in his most important mission: qualifying Switzerland for the World Cup.

«"I am proud of my players."», he declared to RTS microphones just after the final whistle, his voice filled with emotion. «"They were extraordinary from the beginning to the end of these qualifiers. Zero goals conceded is the mark of a solid and united team."»

A Proven and Efficient System

Since taking over as head coach of the Swiss national team, Yakin has found the right balance between defensive solidity and offensive efficiency. His 3-4-3 or 3-5-2 system, depending on the match, has worked wonders, with:

An impenetrable three-man defense : Akanji, Schär, Rodriguez (or Elvedi)
Overflowing pistons Widmer and Rieder, who bring breadth and depth
A solid midfield Xhaka the conductor, Freuler/Sow the scavengers
Powerful attackers Embolo, Amdouni, Steffen, Duah… the choice is vast

The Group's Confidence

Beyond the system itself, it's the trust Yakin has instilled in his group that makes the difference. The players say it: they believe in him, they believe in his project, they believe in their collective strength.

«"Murat gave us a real playing identity."», explains Manuel Akanji. «"We know what we have to do, we're solid, and we have attacking weapons. We owe this qualification largely to him."»

🌟 Granit Xhaka: The Brave Captain

An Undisputed Leader

At 33, Granit Xhaka is probably living his last great adventure with the Swiss national team. And what an adventure it is! The Swiss captain, who came up through the ranks at Basel, played for Mönchengladbach, Arsenal and now Bayer Leverkusen, embodies the values of the Nati: fighting spirit, determination, courage.

«"This is an incredible moment."», Xhaka confided, his eyes shining after the match. «Qualifying Switzerland for the World Cup in front of our home crowd in Geneva is a dream come true. I am so proud of this group, my teammates, and our staff. We deserve this qualification!»

130 Selections and an Unwavering Determination

With over 130 caps to his name, Xhaka is a living legend of the Swiss national team. He participated in the 2016, 2020, and 2024 European Championships, and the 2018 and 2022 World Championships. In 2026, he hopes to write the finest chapter of his international career.

His message after qualifying? «"We're not going to the United States just to make up the numbers. We've shown during these qualifiers that we're a solid and dangerous team. We're going to America to achieve something special!"»

🇸🇪 Sweden: A Generation at Twilight

Swedish Chess

For Sweden, this qualifying campaign will be remembered as a huge failure. With only one point in five matches and a last-place finish unworthy of its status, the Scandinavian team is going through a deep crisis.

The absence of Alexander Isak tonight, who remained on the bench due to a persistent injury, symbolized Sweden's struggles. Without Zlatan Ibrahimović to embody the team, without a true leader, Sweden is searching for its identity.

Graham Potter, the new manager who arrived mid-qualification campaign following the dismissal of Jon Dahl Tomasson, hasn't had time to make his mark. The playoffs, secured thanks to good results in the Nations League, now represent the last hope for the Tre Kronor.

A Glorious Past, A Difficult Present

Sweden, semi-finalists at the 2018 World Cup in Russia, seem far from their usual standards. The Ibrahimović-Larsson-Ljungberg generation is a thing of the past, and the next generation is struggling to establish itself.

Against Switzerland tonight, the Swedes showed flashes of brilliance, but never truly troubled Yann Sommer. A reflection of their campaign: lots of intentions, few achievements.

🎉 Reactions: Switzerland Celebrates

The Players Are Enjoying It

Gregor Kobel (goalkeeper) «Conceding zero goals all campaign is incredible! It shows we have real defensive solidity. Now, on to the World Cup!»

Manuel Akanji (defender) "We were professional from start to finish. We knew what we had to do tonight, and we did it. Well done to the whole team!"«

Breel Embolo (forward) "The World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico... We dreamed of it, now it's a reality! Let's go!"«

The Fans Go Wild

On social media, Switzerland is erupting with joy. The hashtags ##Nati ##Mondial2026 ##OnEstQualifiés are trending. Thousands of congratulatory messages are pouring in.

The streets of Geneva, Zurich, Basel, Lausanne, Bern… All over Switzerland, horns are blaring, flags are waving from windows, terraces are filling up to celebrate this qualification.

«"It's magnificent!"», "!" exclaims a supporter in Zurich. «"After our great performances in the last major tournaments, we can continue to dream. This Swiss team has something special!"»

📅 Next event in Pristina: Gala Match

Tuesday November 18: Kosovo – Switzerland

The pressure is off! On Tuesday evening in Pristina, Switzerland will face Kosovo in a match that no longer has any bearing on direct qualification. The Swiss have already secured first place, while the Kosovars will finish second and compete in the playoffs.

This match could allow Murat Yakin to rotate his squad, give playing time to substitutes, and calmly prepare for what's to come. Perhaps we'll see youngsters like Ugrinic, Hajdari, or Monteiro get their chance?

A Unique Atmosphere

The trip to Pristina will be closely watched. Several Swiss players have Kosovar origins (Xhaka, Shaqiri, Akanji…), which gives this match a special dimension.

But now, regardless of Tuesday's result: Switzerland has QUALIFIED for the 2026 World Cup!

🌎 Direction l’Amérique du Nord !

2026 World Cup: Key Information

Dates June 11 – July 19, 2026 Host countries : United States 🇺🇸, Canada 🇨🇦, Mexico 🇲🇽 Format : 48 teams (instead of 32) Places for Europe 16 nations (instead of 13)
The UEFA Zone qualifiers: England, France, Croatia, Switzerland, Spain

A Historic World Cup

This 2026 World Cup will be historic for several reasons:

First World⚽ New FIFA 2026 format: what's changing!ial to 48 teams
First World Cup with three host countries
104 matches (instead of 64)
16 host cities distributed among the three countries

Where will Switzerland play?

THE draw The group stage will take place on December 5, 2025. Switzerland will then know its group opponents and the cities where it will play its matches.

Among the prestigious stadiums that will host the matches:

MetLife Stadium (New York/New Jersey) – Final
SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles)
AT&T Stadium (Dallas)
Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta)
BC Place (Vancouver)
Azteca Stadium (Mexico)

🎯 Swiss Ambitions

Not Here to Be an Extra

Switzerland is never the favorite in a major tournament. But it has proven time and again that it can pull off upsets and trouble the biggest nations.

Euro 2020 (2021) France, the reigning world champions, were eliminated in the round of 16 (3-3 aet, 5-4 on penalties).

2022 World Cup A victory against Brazil could have been achieved (unfortunate 1-0 defeat)

Euro 2024 Italy, the defending champions, were eliminated in the round of 16 (2-0)

This Swiss team has character, solidity, and a cohesive unit. With Xhaka, Akanji, Sommer, Embolo… it possesses the necessary experience. With Duah, Rieder, Ugrinic… it has the freshness of youth.

The American Dream

«"Our goal is to get out of the group stage and pull off an upset in the knockout phase."», announces Granit Xhaka. «"We have the means to beat anyone in a single match. Why not aim for a quarter-final, or even further?"»

The American adventure promises to be exciting. Switzerland believes in it. The country believes in it. And after this well-deserved qualification, anything is possible!

🎊 Conclusion: A Historic Evening

This Saturday, November 15, 2025, will remain etched in our memories. At the Stade de Genève, in front of 30,000 delirious fans, the Swiss team secured their place at the 2026 World Cup.

A well-deserved qualification, the result of a near-perfect campaign. Zero goals conceded, four wins, one draw, and first place secured in the group. A masterclass.

Now, let the dreams begin. They're headed to the United States, Canada, and Mexico to write a new chapter in Swiss football history. With Granit Xhaka as a courageous captain, Murat Yakin as an inspired strategist, and a team more united than ever, anything is possible.

Well done, National Team! We've qualified! 🇨🇭⚽🎉