Switzerland vs Spain Predictions and Betting Tips
The Gazprom Arena is the stage for this highly-anticipated quarterfinals clash between Switzerland and Spain this Friday. Read on for our expert tips and predictions.
Both sides were pitted against each other in the group stages of the just concluded UEFA Nations League. The Spaniards picked up four points from the Swiss on their way to top the group.
Can the Swiss do the unthinkable once again ?
Switzerland shocked the football world on Monday night as they knocked out the World Champions in the last 16 stages. It initially looked like the French has secure a spot in the quarterfinals, however, two late goals from Seferovic and Gavranovic took the game to extra time and the penalties. Sommer was the hero on the night as he saved Kylian Mbappe’s penalty.
Spain, just like the World Champions, bottled a two-goal lead in their last 16 games against Croatia. Thankfully, Morata and Oyarzabal netted in extra time as La Roja celebrated a big win. Spain looked really good in the offense against Croatia but questions could be asked of their backline. How would they managed against the Fearless Swiss ?
Switzerland vs Spain Team News
Switzerland possible starting XI:
Sommer; Elvedi, Akanji, Rodriguez; Mbabu, Freuler, Zakaria, Zuber; Shaqiri; Seferovic, Embolo
Spain possible starting XI:
Simon; Azpilicueta, Garcia, Laporte, Alba; Koke, Busquets, Pedri; Torres, Morata, Sarabia
Switzerland vs Spain Prediction: 1-2
Xhaka’s absence in the middle of the park would certainly be felt by the Swiss as a whole. Nonetheless, they’d still be tough to beat given their recent accomplishment. Spain, on the other hand, would be keen on putting themselves in a position to go all the way given that France, Portugal, and Germany are all out. We expect to see over 2.5 goals in this game with the Spaniards securing a place in the semifinals.
