Switzerland vs Spain: The Euro 2020 Quarterfinals kicks off as Switzerland take on Spain in the 1st one on Friday at the Saint Petersburg Stadium.
Match Details:
Teams: Switzerland vs Spain
Venue: Saint Petersburg Stadium, Russia
Date: Friday 2nd July, 2021
Time: 09:30 PM IST
Live Link:
https://www.sonyliv.com/sports/football-uefa-euro-2020-1700000714
Preview
The Swiss side take on Spain in the 1st quarterfinal of the Euro 2020 on Friday as they look to continue their fairy tale journey in this competition.
Switzerland beat France 3-3 (5-4 on penalties) and sealed their spot in the last 8 of the Euro 2020 with a brilliant fightback.
A brace from Seferovic and a goal from Gavranovic cancelled out Benzema’s brace and Pogba’s strike.
The Rossocrociati eventually won on penalties 5-4 with Mbappé missing the crucial spot-kick attempt with Sommer making the all-important save.
On the other hand, Luis Enrique’s men needed extra time and secured a 5-3 win over Croatia in a classic contest.
Sarabia, Azpilicueta, Torres, Morata and Oyarzabal scored for Spain.
Croatia scored thrice through Orsic, Pasalic and Pedri’s own goal.
The 2 sides faced each other last in 2020 as part of the UEFA Nations League where it ended 1-1. Freuler’s strike was cancelled out by Moreno’s late goal as both sides earned a point.
Form Guide
Switzerland: WDLWD
Spain: DDDWW
Last Matches of both teams:
France 3-3 Switzerland (4-5 penalties)
Croatia 3-5 Spain
Where to watch the live streaming and broadcast of Switzerland vs Spain in India?
The match can be live streamed on the Sonyliv App while the broadcast will be available on Sony Ten 2/HD and Sony Six/HD.
Regional broadcast is available on Sony Ten 4 and Sony Ten 1/HD.
Team News
Xhaka is suspended for this clash after he received a second yellow of the Euro 2020.
It’s a big miss considering the influence and performance showcased by the Swiss captain against France.
Meanwhile, Spain has no injury concerns ahead of this clash.
Switzerland possible 11:
Sommer, Elvedi, Akanji, Rodriguez, Mbabu, Freuler, Zakaria, Zuber, Shaqiri, Seferovic and Embolo.
Spain possible 11:
Simon, Azpilicueta, Garcia, Laporte, Alba, Koke, Busquets, Pedri, Torres, Morata and Sarabia.
Prediction: Switzerland 2-1 Spain
Spain’s defence will be tested against Seferovic and Co as the Swiss picked up form at the right time.
La Roja has scored 5 goals in each of their last 2 matches and will be licking their chops ahead of this clash.
We expect Switzerland to edge this one due to their never-die spirit and attitude.
Players to watch out for: Embolo, Mbabu, Seferovic, Morata and Sarabia.