Qatar vs Switzerland – Prediction, Where to Watch, Kick-off Time and Lineups 13-06

• Qatar enters its opening World Cup match facing a challenging period, having secured no wins in their most recent fixtures leading up to the tournament.
• In contrast, Switzerland arrives at the competition in solid form, building momentum through a consistent run of positive results in their latest games.
• This will be the second-ever meeting between the two sides; their only previous encounter was a friendly in 2018, where Qatar secured a narrow 1-0 victory.

• In their only previous encounter, a friendly match back in 2018, Qatar secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Switzerland.
• The host nation comes into this fixture with a challenging recent record, having won only one game in their last eight matches.
• Over their last 18 international games, Qatar has registered just five victories, alongside four draws and nine defeats.
• Switzerland presents a much stronger recent record, boasting eight wins, seven draws, and six defeats from their last 21 international outings.
• The Swiss have demonstrated significant attacking quality, scoring four goals in a single match on four separate occasions recently.

Qatar faces a challenging World Cup opener, having struggled for consistent form. Their recent record of 5 wins, 9 losses, and 4 draws in 18 international matches is a clear concern.

Recent friendlies yielded a 0-0 draw against El Salvador and a 1-0 defeat to Ireland. Their last win was in October 2025, against the United Arab Emirates in World Cup qualifiers, highlighting a prolonged winless period.

This team has reported no injuries prior to this fixture.  The team’s poor momentum, with no wins in the Arab Cup or recent friendlies, sets a challenging stage for their first tournament game.

Switzerland enters the World Cup with strong momentum, having lost only once in their last seven matches. Their overall record shows a resilient side, with eight wins, seven draws, and six defeats from 21 games. This consistency contrasts with their opponent’s recent form.

Their World Cup qualification was impressive, marked by dominant victories like a 4-1 win against Sweden. Recent friendlies saw them draw 1-1 with Australia and 0-0 with Norway, highlighting their defensive strength.

Crucially, the Swiss squad has no reported injuries. A fully available team provides a significant advantage for the opening match, allowing the manager to select his strongest possible lineup.

For those wondering where to watch Qatar vs. Switzerland, here are the broadcast details:

• TV: STV Scotland, BBC Radio 5 Live (Gbr), ITV 1 (Gbr), ITV X (Gbr), STV (Gbr), STV Player (Gbr), UTV (Gbr)
• Streaming: STV Player

As the World Cup 2026 kicks off, let’s delve into the potential starting XIs for this crucial group stage fixture. The expected Qatar lineup will be vital for their strategy in the opening match of the competition. On the other hand, the Switzerland lineup appears to have a full squad available, providing them with plenty of options to find the right balance. Both teams will be aiming to establish control from the outset and set a strong tone for their tournament campaign.

Mahmud Ibrahim Abunada; Ayoub Al Oui, Boualem Khoukhi, Homam Alamin Ahmed, Pedro Miguel Correia; Ahmed Fathy, Gueye Laye, Jassem Gaber Abdulsallam; Akram Hassan Afif, Edmilson Junior Paulo da Silva, Yusuf Abdurisag Yusuf. Manager: Julen Lopetegui.

Gregor Kobel; Manuel Akanji, Nico Elvedi, Ricardo Rodríguez, Silvan Widmer; Dan Ndoye, Granit Xhaka, Michel Aebischer, Remo Freuler; Ruben Vargas, Breel Embolo. Manager: Murat Yakin.

Here are the match details:

• Match: Qatar vs. Switzerland
• Competition: World Cup 2026
• Date: 13/06/2026
• Kick-off: 8 PM (BST)
• Venue: Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, CA, United States
• Broadcast: STV Player, STV Scotland, BBC Radio 5 Live (Gbr), ITV 1 (Gbr), ITV X (Gbr), STV (Gbr), STV Player (Gbr), UTV (Gbr)

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