Switzerland is preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with an experienced squad led by captain Granit Xhaka.
Players such as Manuel Akanji, Gregor Kobel, Denis Zakaria and Breel Embolo are among the key names for head coach Murat Yakin heading into the tournament.
Switzerland have remained one of the more consistent European national teams in recent years, reaching the quarter-finals of UEFA Euro 2024.
Yakin has continued to rely on a group of experienced international players while also including younger talent in the squad.
is challenged by Florian Wirtz of Germany during the international friendly match between Switzerland and Germany at St. Jakob-Park on March 27, 2026 in Basel, Switzerland. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)
Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images
Reports also noted the inclusion of forward Zeki Amdouni, who returned after injury during the second half of the season. Yakin has kept faith in several players who have previously performed well for the national team.
The Swiss Football Association began revealing parts of the squad through social media posts on May 18 and May 19. Because of this rollout, some fans believed the announcement had already taken place earlier in the week.
What Time is Switzerland’s World Cup Squad Announcement?
Switzerland’s official 2026 FIFA World Cup squad announcement is being recognised on May 20, 2026, at 5:00 AM EDT (11:00 AM local Swiss time).
While player names were gradually revealed through social media content earlier this week, the full squad list will be formally confirmed on Wednesday.
2026 FIFA World Cup Full Switzerland Squad
- Goalkeepers: Gregor Kobel (Borussia Dortmund), Yvon Mvogo (Lorient), Marvin Keller (Young Boys)
- Defenders: Manuel Akanji (Inter Milan), Nico Elvedi (Borussia Mönchengladbach), Ricardo Rodriguez (Real Betis), Silvan Widmer (Mainz), Miro Muheim (Hamburger SV), Aurèle Amenda (Eintracht Frankfurt), Eray Cömert (Valencia), Luca Jaquez (Stuttgart)
- Midfielders: Granit Xhaka (Sunderland), Johan Manzambi (Freiburg), Remo Freuler (Bologna), Denis Zakaria (Monaco), Ardon Jashari (AC Milan), Djibril Sow (Sevilla), Christian Fassnacht (Young Boys), Michel Aebischer (Pisa), Fabian Rieder (Augsburg), Rubén Vargas (Sevilla)
- Forwards: Breel Embolo (Rennes), Noah Okafor (Leeds United), Dan Ndoye (Nottingham Forest), Zeki Amdouni (Burnley), Cedric Itten (Fortuna Dusseldorf)
Expected Lineups and Key Players to Watch
- Goalkeeper: Gregor Kobel
- Defenders: Silvan Widmer, Manuel Akanji, Nico Elvedi, Ricardo Rodríguez
- Midfielders: Granit Xhaka, Remo Freuler, Denis Zakaria
- Forwards: Dan Ndoye, Breel Embolo, Ruben Vargas
Key Players:
Granit Xhaka: The captain who controls Switzerland’s midfield with experience, passing range and leadership.
Manuel Akanji: The defensive leader brings strength and ball-playing ability at the back.
Breel Embolo: The main attacking threat whose pace and physical presence make him crucial in big matches.
