Swiss team UEFA EURO 2024
Swiss team composition
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History of the Swiss national football team
The Swiss national football team, also known as “Nati”, has an interesting and varied history at the European Championships. Although Switzerland has often been considered an underdog in European football, the team has shown over the years that it is capable of competing with the best teams in Europe and causing surprises.
Switzerland’s first participation in a European Championship took place in England in 1996. Although the team was eliminated in the group stage and failed to win, this was an important step in the development of Swiss football. The tournament enabled Switzerland to gain valuable experience and create a basis for future participation.
A milestone in the history of Switzerland at the European Championships was the 2008 tournament, which was held jointly with Austria. As hosts, Switzerland had high expectations, but the team was eliminated in the group stage despite beating Portugal in their final game. Fans remembered the passionate support across the country and the enthusiasm for the tournament.
The most recent European Championship, held in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021, was a highlight for the Swiss national team. Under the leadership of coach Vladimir Petković, Switzerland reached the quarter-finals and showed impressive performances. The dramatic Round of 16 victory over France on penalties after they had managed a 3-3 draw in normal time was one of the most exciting moments of the tournament. In the quarter-finals, Switzerland narrowly lost to Spain, also on penalties, but the journey there was inspiring.
The Swiss national team is characterized by its discipline, tactical flexibility and a mix of experienced players and young talent. With players like Granit Xhaka, Xherdan Shaqiri and Haris Seferović, Switzerland have shown that they are capable of playing at the highest level and providing exciting games. The 2020 European Championship confirmed that Switzerland is a force to be reckoned with in European football, and fans are eagerly awaiting the next challenges and successes.