Switzerland starting lineup vs Algeria confirmed for FIFA World Cup 2026 match

The Schweizer-Nati are seeking to progress to the Round of 16 for the fourth consecutive time.

Switzerland take on Algeria in their Round of 32 clash in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 at BC Place in Vancouver, Canada, on July 2. The Schweizer-Nati did well to finish top of Group B ahead of co-hosts Canada, and will be slight favourites against their North African opponents.

The European side had a disappointing start to their campaign. They were held to a 1-1 draw with Qatar, with Breel Embolo’s opener from the spot being cancelled by a late own goal from Miro Muheim.

They returned to winning ways in the next match, beating Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1. Youngster Johan Manzambi netted a brace, while Ruben Vargas and Granit Xhaka also found the back of the net.

Vargas and Manzambi scored again in the next match to beat Canada 2-1, sealing their place in the knockout stages. Murat Yakin’s men are now targeting a place in the last 16 for the fourth consecutive time.

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Let’s look at the Switzerland lineup for the FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Algeria:

Switzerland lineup (4-2-3-1): Gregor Kobel; Denis Zakaria, Nico Elvedi, Manuel Akanji, Ricardo Rodriguez; Granit Xhaka, Remo Freuler; Dan Ndoye, Johan Manzambi, Ruben Vargas; Breel Embolo.

Note: This section will be updated as soon as the official starting lineups are revealed.

Thoughts on the lineup

Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel is the established No. 1 for club and country and starts between the sticks. Denis Zakaria starts at right-back.

Nico Elvedi and Manuel Akanji have played every minute of every game in the World Cup and start in central defence. Veteran full-back Ricardo Rodriguez starts on the left.

Talismanic captain Granit Xhaka anchors the midfield alongside 34-year-old Remo Freuler. Johan Manzambi, who has three World Cup goals to his name, starts in an advanced role.

Nottingham Forest’s Dan Ndoye and Sevilla’s Ruben Vargas start on the flanks. Breel Embolo, who has three goals in the quadrennial tournament, starts as the lone striker for his side.

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