Qatar-Switzerland Starting XIs Announced

In the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group B opening match, Qatar and Switzerland face each other at Levi's Stadium. The match will start at 22:00 Turkey time on Saturday, June 13. Qatar under Julen Lopetegui's management opted for a 4-3-3 setup, while Switzerland under Murat Yakin's management takes the field with a 3-4-2-1 setup with three central defenders. Standout names of the teams like Akram Afif, Granit Xhaka and Breel Embolo took their places in the starting XIs. The match will be officiated by Honduran referee Said Martinez.

Qatar XI (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Abunada
Defence: Al Oui - Pedro Miguel - Khoukhi (C) - Gaber
Midfield: Al Amin - Madibo - Laye
Attack: Abdurisag - Edmilson Junior - Afif

Switzerland XI (3-4-2-1)

Goalkeeper: Kobel
Defence: Zakaria - Akanji - Elvedi
Midfield: Aebischer - Freuler - Xhaka (C) - Rodriguez
Attack line: Ndoye - Vargas
Forward: Embolo

Kick-off times: Local Santa Clara PT 12:00, US ET 15:00, BST 20:00, CEST 21:00, Turkey time 22:00.

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