At St. Jakob-Park on 15 November 2025, Switzerland welcome Sweden in a qualifier that reflects the contrasting trajectories of the two teams. The hosts enter in complete control of the group, while the visitors look to salvage pride after a campaign that has fallen well short of expectations.
Switzerland Solid, Structured, and on the Brink of Qualification
Switzerland have been one of the most impressive sides in the European qualifiers. Their recent run of six consecutive wins laid the foundation for their climb to the top of the group, and even the 0–0 draw in Slovenia did little to dent their authority. That match marked the fifth in a row in which the Swiss did not concede, underlining the defensive stability Murat Yakin has established. Earlier in the campaign, Switzerland defeated Sweden 2–0 away, and they followed that with a confident 3–0 home win over Slovenia. With only a point needed to secure first place, the Swiss appear calm, organised, and in full control of their destiny.
Sweden in an Unexpected Crisis
For Sweden, the qualifiers have unravelled in a manner few could have anticipated. The team sits last in the group with only one point - earned in their opening match away to Slovenia. Since then, they have lost three consecutive games without scoring, a barren spell that contributed to the departure of coach Jon Dahl Tomasson. The arrival of Graham Potter brings a fresh tactical perspective, but the timing is far from ideal. Key striker Viktor Gyökeres is unavailable, while Alexander Isak has only recently returned from injury and is not fully ready. Sweden therefore travel to Basel lacking both confidence and firepower.
Prediction: BTTS – No
Given Switzerland’s outstanding defensive record and Sweden’s ongoing struggles in attack, this fixture strongly leans toward a match with only one side likely to score. The hosts’ organisation and discipline should keep the visitors at bay, while Sweden’s limited offensive options reduce their chances of breaking through. The selection is Both Teams to Score – No, anticipating another controlled Swiss performance on their way to securing top spot.
