Everything you need to know about the Switzerland national football team, including their history, manager, and more.
England are set to face off against Switzerland in the quarter-finals of Euro 2024, looking to keep their European Championship dreams alive.
Despite reaching the last eight of the tournament, Gareth Southgate’s side has failed to kick into gear so far.
Disappointing draws against Denmark and Slovenia paired with their last-minute escape against Slovakia, England fans have been left feeling rather glum about their chances.
The Three Lions will have to be much better if they want to progress past the quarters, with opponents Switzerland presenting a very tough challenge, having just beaten reigning champions Italy, in the last 16.
So with that said, here’s a look at everything you need to know about the Switzerland national football team.
Who are the Switzerland national team?
The Switzerland national team are the football side that represents the nation of Switzerland in men’s international competitions.
What is the population of Switzerland?
Switzerland is estimated to have a population of roughly 8.5 million people, a smaller population than the likes of Belgium and Austria.
Switzerland National Team founding year
The Swiss Football Association was founded in 1895 and the country played its first international match in 1905 against France.
Since then they have gone on to appear at seven World Cups and six European Championships.
Switzerland home football stadium
Switzerland play their international football at Stade De Suisse in the capital city of Bern.
Switzerland kit history
Switzerland’s national team colours have always been red and white.
The nation’s home kit has always been red, meanwhile, its away kit has always been white.
Switzerland current manager
Murat Yakin is currently the Switzerland national manager, having held the position since 2021.
Yakin is a former Swiss international, making 49 appearances for his country between 1994-2004.
Following his retirement, the former defender moved into management going on to manage a number of top Swiss teams such as FC Basel and Grasshoppers.
The 49-year-old took over as Switzerland’s manager following the exit of Vladmir Petkovic after Euro 2020.
Switzerland Euro 2024 squad
Switzerland have plenty of familiar faces in their squad including Premier League star Manuel Akanji
Who is the Switzerland captain?
The Switzerland captain is former Arsenal midfielder, Granit Xhaha. Now of Bayer Leverkusen, Xhaha was given the armband following the retirement of Stephan Lichtsteiner.