BETTING GUIDE: Sweden Vs Switzerland,Match Preview, Team News and Betting guide
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Sweden enter this match under immense pressure and needing a result, they face a Swiss side full of momentum and confidence
Sweden welcome Switzerland to the Friends Arena in Stockholm on Friday evening in what promises to be a crucial World Cup 2026 European qualifier for both sides - albeit for very different reasons.
While the Swedes are desperately looking to kickstart their campaign after a poor start, the in-form Swiss will be aiming to extend their perfect record and strengthen their grip on Group B.
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It has been a frustrating and disappointing start to the qualification cycle for Sweden.
After two games, they are yet to register a win, with a 2-2 draw against Slovenia followed by a humiliating 2-0 loss to Kosovo in the last international break.
That leaves Jon Dahl Tomasson’s side level on points with bottom-placed Slovenia and staring down the barrel of another failed major tournament qualification.
They have already missed three of the last four World Cups and failed to qualify for Euro 2024.
However, there is renewed hope as this will be Sweden's first home game of the qualifiers, and their home record provides a silver lining - they’ve won 14 of their last 18 home matches (D1, L3), scoring 20 goals in their previous five home fixtures.
The Swedish FA has kept faith with Tomasson for now, but the pressure is building, and anything short of a win on Friday could see serious questions asked.
Sweden’s recent overall form reads L–W–W–W–D–L, and in the World Cup qualifiers so far: D–L.
Defensive issues persist, having conceded 2+ goals in each of their last three matches, a trend that will concern the coaching staff heading into this clash with a free-scoring Swiss side.
There are significant absentees for the hosts. Veteran goalkeeper Robin Olsen has been dropped following a falling out with Tomasson, with Stoke City’s Viktor Johansson expected to earn his 10th cap.
Star attacker Dejan Kulusevski and Sebastian Nanasi are both out injured, but there’s firepower available through Alexander Isak (Liverpool), Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal), and Anthony Elanga (Newcastle United).
Excitement surrounds the inclusion of 19-year-old Barcelona winger Roony Bardghji, who has been called up to the senior squad for the first time and could feature as a wildcard option in the attack.
While Sweden struggle for form, Switzerland are flying. Murat Yakin’s side sit top of Group B after emphatic home victories - 4-0 over Kosovo and 3-0 over Slovenia - and are well on track to qualify for a sixth consecutive World Cup.
Their recent form has been nothing short of dominant, winning five of their last six games (D1), and they've scored 19 goals during that stretch, with 16 of those coming in the first half.
After going eight games without a win (D3, L5) earlier in Yakin's tenure, the Red Crosses have dramatically turned things around and now boast an unbeaten run of six, including two wins and a draw away from home in their last three on the road.
In qualifiers, they have the joint-best attack in the group and are yet to concede a goal, making them a formidable opponent even away from home.
The Swiss squad has some injury concerns, with Denis Zakaria, Michel Aebischer, Ardon Jashari, and Zeki Amdouni all ruled out.
Simon Sohm is a doubt due to a foot injury, but Fabian Rieder is expected to deputise in midfield.
Captain Granit Xhaka will earn his 140th international cap, continuing to anchor the midfield with composure and leadership.
In attack, Breel Embolo, the team’s current top scorer with 21 international goals, leads the line, while Dan Ndoye is in blistering form.
Defensively, Luca Jaquez and Adrian Bajrami are included in the squad to bolster options, with Switzerland looking to maintain their record of not conceding a first-half goal in their last five games.
Switzerland have historically struggled against Sweden, especially in earlier decades.
From 1987 to 1995, the Swiss failed to win any of five H2H clashes (D2, L3).
However, in more recent times, Sweden have had the upper hand, winning two of the last three meetings (D1), including their 1-0 win in the Round of 16 at the 2018 World Cup.
Sweden enter this match under immense pressure and needing a result, they face a Swiss side full of momentum and confidence. While home advantage could help the hosts, Switzerland’s attacking form and defensive stability make them favourites.
Expect a competitive fixture, but with Switzerland likely to edge it due to superior squad depth, form, and cohesion.
A couple of goals seem likely given both teams' recent scoring patterns - Sweden have netted 20 goals across their last five home games, while Switzerland have scored 19 times in their last six matches, including 16 before half-time.
Both sides boast attacking talent and defensive vulnerabilities, especially from Sweden who have conceded 2+ goals in their last three games.
Key Pointers
Half of Sweden’s matches feature goals from both teams, with an average of 3.5 goals per game, suggesting open, high-scoring encounters.
50% of Switzerland’s games also end with both teams scoring, with an average of 3.1 total goals per match, indicating consistent attacking output.
Despite Switzerland's form, Sweden are unbeaten in their last four meetings against them, giving the hosts some psychological edge.
With both teams heading in opposite directions in terms of form, Friday's clash in Stockholm could be pivotal - not only for Group B standings but potentially for Jon Dahl Tomasson’s future as Sweden’s head coach.
Prediction; Over 2.5 Goals
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