FIFA WC 2026: When and where to watch Qatar vs Switzerland, know all details
Santa Clara, June 13
Qatar will begin their World Cup campaign against Switzerland in a crucial Group B match. The group also includes Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina, which drew 1-1 on Friday. Head coach Julen Lopetegui aims to improve Qatar after their poor 2022 World Cup run.
Murat Yakin's Switzerland, one of Europe's most consistent teams, is expected to progress beyond the group stage.
While Switzerland's experience and squad depth make them favourites, Qatar can challenge when at their best. With Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina tied with 1 point, both will seek an early advantage in their opener.
Switzerland arrives with form from a strong qualifying campaign, conceding only two goals in six matches. Qatar hopes star Akram Afif can lead an upset, but memories of 2022 still affect them. Though Qatar can threaten on the counter, Switzerland's midfield and defence make them the favourites for a win, likely with a clean sheet.
How to watch Qatar vs Switzerland live in India
Live streaming and live telecast of the FIFA World Cup 2026 football matches will be available on the Zee5 platform and app in India. However, A subscription will be needed.
Live telecast of the FIFA World Cup 2026 will be available on the Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD TV channels in India.
Key details
Date and kick-off time: Sunday, June 14, 12:30 AM (IST)
Venue: Levi's Stadium (San Francisco Bay Area Stadium)
Referee: Said Martinez
Squads
Qatar:
Goalkeepers: Meshaal Barsham, Salah Zakaria, Shehab Ellethy.
Defenders: Pedro Miguel, Tarek Salman, Lucas Mendes, Ahmed Suhail, Bassam Al-Rawi, Homam Ahmed, Jassem Gaber, Musab Kheder, Abdullah Yousef
Midfielders: Hassan Al-Haydos, Abdulaziz Hatem, Assim Madibo, Ahmed Fathy, Mostafa Meshaal, Ahmed Al-Rawi, Mohammed Waad, Khalid Mohammed, Yusuf Abdurisag, Ismail Mohamad
Forwards: Akram Afif, Almoez Ali, Ahmed Alaaeldin, Mohammed Muntari, Hazem Shehata, Mahmoud Abu Warda
Switzerland:
Goalkeepers: Gregor Kobel, Yvon Mvogo, Jonas Omlin.
Defenders: Manuel Akanji, Nico Elvedi, Ricardo Rodríguez, Silvan Widmer, Cédric Zesiger, Eray Cömert, Ulisses Garcia, Lucas Blondel, Becir Omeragic.
Midfielders: Granit Xhaka, Denis Zakaria, Remo Freuler, Ardon Jashari, Vincent Sierro, Michel Aebischer, Fabian Rieder, Dan Ndoye, Ruben Vargas, Renato Steffen, Filip Ugrinic.
Forwards: Breel Embolo, Zeki Amdouni, Noah Okafor, Joel Monteiro, Kwadwo Duah, Albian Hajdari.
— IANS
Reader Comments
I'm so excited! After the last World Cup, Qatar needs to prove themselves. Switzerland is tough but not unbeatable. Canada and Bosnia drawing is good for the group opener. Will stay up to watch it at 12:30 AM IST! Hope Zee5 stream doesn't buffer like last time though. 😅
Switzerland are the dark horses of this tournament if you ask me. Xhaka, Shaqiri, Embolo—they have quality across the pitch. Qatar playing from memory of 2022 isn't good. I'd predict 2-0 to Switzerland. But hey, football is unpredictable! 🇨🇭⚽
Unite8 Sports on my cable is showing this match? That's good to know. But seriously, why do FIFA matches always have to be at 12:30 AM for us? 🥱 Still, I'll set an alarm. Want to see if Qatar has improved or if they'll be the same team that struggled so badly in 2022. Fingers crossed for an exciting game!
As an Indian football fan, I'm just happy to watch international football at odd hours. 🤷♀️ Qatar might surprise us on counter-attacks, but Switzerland's defense with Akanji and Elvedi is no joke. I'd love an upset for the drama, but expecting a routine Swiss win.
One criticism I have: Why doesn't FIFA schedule more matches at friendly times for Asia? We're huge viewers! Anyway, Switzerland look solid but Qatar can be dangerous when they're not under pressure
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