Switzerland head to the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a settled side, and manager Murat Yakin has confirmed his 26-man squad for the tournament across Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Captain Granit Xhaka leads the group for a fourth World Cup, with Manuel Akanji and Gregor Kobel anchoring the spine, and Switzerland begin their campaign in Group B alongside Canada, Qatar, and Bosnia-Herzegovina.
This guide lists the full confirmed 26-man Switzerland roster by position, a look at the tactical roles, and a projected starting XI for the group opener. You can also download a free printable one-page version of the squad using the button below.
2026 Switzerland World Cup Roster
Yakin kept the experienced core of Xhaka, Akanji, and Remo Freuler while adding in-form options up front in Dan Ndoye and Johan Manzambi. The list below is the official 26 confirmed for the tournament. You can find team updates on the official FIFA Switzerland team page.
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| Manager | Murat Yakin |
| Captain | Granit Xhaka |
| Confirmed squad | 26 players |
| Group | Group B |
| Group opponents | Canada, Qatar, Bosnia-Herzegovina |
| Announced | May 20, 2026 |
Switzerland Roster Position Breakdown & Tactical Roles
Goalkeepers
- Gregor Kobel – Borussia Dortmund
- Yvon Mvogo – Lorient
- Marvin Keller – Young Boys
Defenders
- Manuel Akanji – Inter Milan
- Nico Elvedi – Borussia Monchengladbach
- Ricardo Rodriguez – Real Betis
- Silvan Widmer – Mainz 05
- Miro Muheim – Hamburger SV
- Aurele Amenda – Eintracht Frankfurt
- Eray Comert – Valencia
- Luca Jaquez – VfB Stuttgart
Midfielders
- Granit Xhaka (C) – Sunderland
- Denis Zakaria – Monaco
- Remo Freuler – Bologna
- Djibril Sow – Sevilla
- Ardon Jashari – AC Milan
- Michel Aebischer – Pisa
- Fabian Rieder – Augsburg
- Ruben Vargas – Sevilla
- Christian Fassnacht – Young Boys
- Johan Manzambi – Freiburg
Forwards / Attackers
- Breel Embolo – Rennes
- Dan Ndoye – Nottingham Forest
- Noah Okafor – Leeds United
- Zeki Amdouni – Burnley
- Cedric Itten – Fortuna Dusseldorf
Predicted Switzerland Starting XI: Group Stage Opener
The lineup below is one likely setup in a 4-2-3-1 for the opening match. It is a projection based on recent team selection and current form, not an official team sheet.
Predicted Lineup Layout
- GK: Kobel
- DEF: Widmer, Akanji, Elvedi, Rodriguez
- MID: Xhaka, Freuler, Zakaria
- FWD: Ndoye, Embolo, Vargas
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Switzerland World Cup Roster
Is this the final Switzerland World Cup roster?
Yes. Murat Yakin named the final 26-man squad on May 20, 2026, and it is the list Switzerland will take into the group stage. Squad changes are permitted only in the event of a serious injury before the team’s opening match.
Where can I track the full tournament brackets?
You can follow every round with our free printable 2026 World Cup bracket, and build your own picks with the Custom Bracket Maker.
Who does Switzerland play in the group stage?
Switzerland play in Group B alongside Canada, Qatar, and Bosnia-Herzegovina. You can view the full Switzerland match schedule, with dates, venues, and kickoff times, on our 2026 Switzerland World Cup schedule page.
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