4-3-2-1 or 3-4-2-1: which playing system would find favor in the eyes of Murat Yakin for the entry into contention of the Swiss team at the 2026 World Cup? The question punctuated the preparation of the Nati in San Diego. For this first match this Saturday against Qatar in San Francisco, the coach opted for a 3-man defense, as during the test match against Jordan (4-1 success).
Unsurprisingly, Gregor Kobel is logically established in goal. Murat Yakin decided to abandon the 4-man defense he had used during the qualifying phase in the fall. He preferred to rely on a line of 3 made up of Manuel Akanji, Nico Elvedi and Ricardo Rodriguez.
In midfield, alongside the indisputable starters who are captain Granit They should evolve in a hybrid role. The nugget Johan Manzambi will start the match on the bench.
Breel Embolo, who did not play the last preparation match after arriving late in the United States due to visa problems, will lead the Swiss attack at Levi’s Stadium. He will be supported by Dan Ndoye and Ruben Vargas
The composition of the Swiss team for this match against Qatar:
Kobel; Elvedi, Akanji, Rodriguez; Zakaria Freuler, Xhaka, Aebischer; Ndoye, Vargas; Embolo.
