Spain vs Switzerland Prediction, Preview, Team News, and Lineups | UEFA Nations League, November 18, 2024

Spain vs Switzerland Preview

• Competition: UEFA Nations League.
• Date: Monday, November 18.
• Time: 8:00 PM GMT.
• Venue: Estadio Heliodoro Rodríguez López.

Spain vs Switzerland will be part of round 5 of games in Group 4 of the UEFA Nations League in this year’s edition. The host will be looking to continue their dominating form in the UEFA Nations League Group 4, they are undefeated and already got their qualification for the next round done. They have conceded two goals so far in 5 games which shows how tough their defensive line is.

On the other hand, the visitors are having a terrible tournament so far with three defeats and two draws in their last 5 games which shows how vulnerable their defense has been so far. Murat Yakin’s men have been looking out of thought and clueless in the field, although they managed to earn a draw against Denmark.

Having said that, let’s take a look at team news and predicted lineups from both teams.

Spain National Football Team News

De La Fuente fielded a near full-strength lineup in his team’s clean sheet victory against Serbia (3-0), with most of the members from the Euro-winning squad included in the starting lineup. The Spanish National team will be without the service of their star striker Mikel Oyarzabal due to suspension.

Switzerland National Football Team News

Manager Murat Yakin has fielded a full-strength lineup throughout the tournament. Their defense has been lacking as much as their attacking. The Swiss side became the first time to have two red cards in the tournament. They were also lucky to draw against Denmark 2-2. With Xhaka and Elvedi back after their one-game suspension. The Swiss side will be without the service of Breel Embolo due to suspension.

Spain vs Switzerland Predicted Lineup

Spain National Football Team Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Goalkeeper: David Raya

Defenders: Pedro Porro, Dani Vivian, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella

Midfielders: Martin Zubimendi, Mikel Merino, Dani Olmo

Forward: Alex Baena, Alvaro Morata, Nico Williams

Switzerland National Football Team Predicted Lineup (3-4-3)

Goalkeeper: Gregor Kobel

Defenders: Becir Omeragic, Manuel Akanji, Ricardo Rodriguez

Midfielders: Silvan Widmer, Remo Freuler, Granit Xhaka, Michel Aebischer

Forward: Fabian Rieder, Zeki Amdouni, Ruben Vargas

Spain vs Switzerland Head-to-Head Record

Since 2010, Spain and Switzerland have met on 8 occasions where Spain managed to come out victorious 3 times while Switzerland won twice and 3 games ended without any result. Talking about their last five head-to-head results, Spain got the upper hand on Switzerland with 3 wins to their name while Switzerland only managed to win once and one game ended as a draw.

Recent five head to head record between Spain vs Switzerland

Key Players to watch in Spain vs Switzerland

Pedro Porro (Spain)

The Spanish right-back has been in fine form for La Roja in the absence of their captain Daniel Carvajal. He has been enjoying his outing in the Spanish national team, with an assist in the Serbia game as well as a commanding performance in both halves. The Tottenham defender has cemented his place until Carvajal returns. Although, he has only played 5 games so far for his national team but has shown tremendous growth in his abilities.

Manuel Akanji (Switzerland)

The Swiss defender will have a big responsibility on his shoulders, given the situation in this UEFA Nations League. He will start at the heart of the Swiss defense and will look to keep things solid at the back. Akanji has made 67 appearances for Switzerland and has also chipped in with three goals and one assist.

Spain vs Switzerland Prediction

After taking a look at the recent performances and past results, Spain does have the upper hand with the current Switzerland side’s vulnerable defense and lack of attacking edge. The Spaniards will look to win this game and move forward to the next stage of the UEFA Nations League.

Predicted Score: Spain 2-0 Switzerland

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