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Switzerland have appeared in 13 FIFA World Cups and are one of the most reliable qualifiers in European football, consistently making it to the knockout rounds without ever being considered favourites to go deep. This page covers the full Swiss World Cup record - stats, all-time results, top scorers, head-to-head history, the complete 2026 squad, and their Group B schedule in North America against Canada, Qatar, and Bosnia and Herzegovina from June 13 onward.
Switzerland enters the 2026 FIFA World Cup cycle with a balanced squad featuring experienced European stars and emerging young talent. Explore Switzerland’s latest squad list, fixtures, records, results, and all-time FIFA World Cup statistics.
Switzerland has remained one of the most consistent European national teams in recent international tournaments and continues to qualify regularly for major competitions. The team is known for its disciplined defensive structure and organized midfield play.
The national side combines tactical discipline with technical quality across all positions and will aim to continue its strong FIFA World Cup performances. Switzerland’s experience at major tournaments continues to make the team highly competitive on the international stage.
Switzerland FIFA World Cup Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | Switzerland |
| Football Association | Swiss Football Association (SFV/ASF) |
| Confederation | UEFA |
| Nickname | Nati |
| FIFA Ranking | Top 20 |
| First FIFA World Cup Appearance | 1934 |
| Total FIFA World Cup Appearances | 12 |
| Consecutive Appearances | 5 (2006-2022) |
| Best FIFA World Cup Finish | Quarter-finals (1934, 1938, 1954) |
| Total Matches Played | 39 |
| Total Wins | 12 |
| Total Draws | 8 |
| Total Losses | 19 |
| Goals Scored | 52 |
| Goals Conceded | 73 |
| Win Percentage | 30.8% |
| Clean Sheets | 11 |
| Penalty Shootout Record | Won 0, Lost 3 |
| Most World Cup Matches by Player | Xherdan Shaqiri - 11 |
| Most Goals by Player | Josef Hügi - 6 |
| Largest Victory | 7-5 vs Austria (1954) |
| Biggest Defeat | 0-5 vs Hungary (1938) |
| Latest FIFA World Cup Appearance | 2022 |
Switzerland FIFA World Cup 2026 Full Squad List
Switzerland announced their official final squad was confirmed on May 20.
Coach: Murat Yakin
Captain: Granit Xhaka
Goalkeepers: Marvin Keller (BSC Young Boys), Gregor Kobel (Borussia Dortmund), Yvon Mvogo (Lorient).
Defenders: Manuel Akanji (Inter Milan), Aurèle Amenda (Eintracht Frankfurt), Eray Cömert (Valencia), Nico Elvedi (Borussia Mönchengladbach), Luca Jaquez (VfB Stuttgart), Miro Muheim (Hamburger SV), Ricardo Rodríguez (Real Betis), Silvan Widmer (Mainz 05).
Midfielders: Michel Aebischer (Pisa), Remo Freuler (Bologna), Ardon Jashari (AC Milan), Fabian Rieder (Augsburg), Djibril Sow (Sevilla), Granit Xhaka (Sunderland), Denis Zakaria (AS Monaco).
Forwards: Zeki Amdouni (Burnley), Breel Embolo (Stade Rennais), Dan Ndoye (Nottingham Forest), Noah Okafor (Leeds United), Rubén Vargas (Sevilla), Christian Fassnacht (BSC Young Boys), Cedric Itten (Fortuna Düsseldorf), Johan Manzambi (SC Freiburg).
Switzerland FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule
| Match No. | Date | Match | Venue | City | Stage | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Sat, June 13 | Qatar vs Switzerland | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium (Levi's) | Santa Clara | Group Stage | 18:00 |
| 29 | Thu, June 18 | Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina | SoFi Stadium | Inglewood | Group Stage | 15:00 |
| 51 | Wed, June 24 | Switzerland vs Canada | BC Place | Vancouver | Group Stage | 15:00 |
Switzerland FIFA World Cup 2026 Results
| Date | Match | Match Score | Venue | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 June 2026 | Qatar vs Switzerland | Upcoming Fixture | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium (Levi's), Santa Clara | Group Stage |
| 18 June 2026 | Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina | Upcoming Fixture | Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi), Los Angeles | Group Stage |
| 24 June 2026 | Switzerland vs Canada | Upcoming Fixture | BC Place, Vancouver | Group Stage |
Switzerland FIFA World Cup Best Performances
| Year | Host Country | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 1934 | Italy | Quarter-finals |
| 1938 | France | Quarter-finals |
| 1954 | Switzerland | Quarter-finals |
Switzerland All-Time FIFA World Cup Stats
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 39 |
| Wins | 12 |
| Draws | 8 |
| Losses | 19 |
| Goals Scored | 52 |
| Goals Conceded | 73 |
| Clean Sheets | 11 |
| Quarter-final Appearances | 3 |
Switzerland Most FIFA World Cup Appearances
| Rank | Player | Matches | Tournaments | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xherdan Shaqiri | 11 | 4 | 2010-2022 |
| 2 | Granit Xhaka | 10 | 3 | 2014-2022 |
| 3 | Ricardo Rodríguez | 10 | 3 | 2014-2022 |
| 4 | Valon Behrami | 11 | 4 | 2006-2018 |
| 5 | Stephan Lichtsteiner | 10 | 3 | 2010-2018 |
| 6 | Yann Sommer | 9 | 3 | 2014-2022 |
| 7 | Fabian Schär | 8 | 3 | 2014-2022 |
| 8 | Hakan Yakin | 7 | 2 | 2006-2010 |
| 9 | Alexander Frei | 7 | 2 | 2006-2010 |
| 10 | Gökhan Inler | 6 | 2 | 2010-2014 |
Switzerland Top Scorers in FIFA World Cup
| Rank | Player | Goals | Matches | World Cups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Josef Hügi | 6 | 4 | 1954 |
| 2 | Xherdan Shaqiri | 5 | 11 | 2010-2022 |
| 3 | Alexander Frei | 3 | 7 | 2006-2010 |
| 4 | Haris Seferović | 2 | 8 | 2014-2018 |
| 5 | Breel Embolo | 2 | 5 | 2018-2022 |
| 6 | Blaise Nkufo | 1 | 4 | 2010 |
| 7 | Admir Mehmedi | 1 | 7 | 2014-2018 |
| 8 | Rubin Vargas | 1 | 4 | 2022 |
| 9 | Valentin Stocker | 1 | 3 | 2014 |
| 10 | Gelson Fernandes | 1 | 7 | 2010-2018 |
FAQs About Switzerland FIFA World Cup Records
Switzerland reached the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals in 1934, 1938, and 1954.
Josef Hügi is Switzerland’s leading FIFA World Cup goalscorer with six goals.
Switzerland has appeared in 12 FIFA World Cup tournaments.
Xherdan Shaqiri holds the record for the most FIFA World Cup appearances for Switzerland.
Murat Yakin is the current head coach of the Switzerland national football team.