Switzerland to Face Kosovo in Basel on September 5

The Swiss Football Federation has revealed the squad for the initial matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup European Qualifiers, featuring a highly anticipated game against Kosovo, CE Report quotes Kosova Press.

The match between Switzerland and Kosovo is scheduled for September 5 at 20:45 at the St. Jakob-Park Stadium in Basel.

Coach Murat Yakin has called up a strong team, including well-known players like Granit Xhaka, Denis Zakaria, Breel Embolo, Manuel Akanji, and Ricardo Rodriguez. The squad also includes promising young talents such as Ardon Jashari, Fabian Rieder, and Dan Ndoye.

Full Squad List:

Gregor Kobel, Marvin Keller, Yvon Mvogo, Manuel Akanji, Aurèle Amenda, Nico Elvedi, Miro Muheim, Ricardo Rodriguez, Isaac Schmidt, Silvan Widmer, Michel Aebischer, Breel Embolo, Remo Freuler, Cedric Itten, Ardon Jashari, Johan Manzambi, Joël Monteiro, Dan Ndoye, Fabian Rieder, Vincent Sierro, Simon Sohm, Ruben Vargas, Granit Xhaka, Denis Zakaria.

This match carries special significance as many players of Kosovar descent will compete against the country of their heritage, adding an emotional layer to the encounter.