Qatar vs Switzerland Predictions, Picks & Odds – 13/06/2026
World Cup · 1Best odds to bet on Qatar vs Switzerland
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 LiveScore Bet | 16.00 | 6.75 | 1.16 | View Odds |
 Grosvenor | 17.00 | 7.00 | 1.17 | View Odds |
 Matchbook | 15.50 | 7.20 | 1.24 | View Odds |
 Smarkets | 16.00 | 7.40 | 1.23 | View Odds |
 Virgin Bet | 16.00 | 6.75 | 1.16 | View Odds |
 William Hill | 13.00 | 6.00 | 1.20 | View Odds |
 Coral | 9.00 | 2.75 | 1.57 | View Odds |
 Ladbrokes | 9.00 | 2.75 | 1.57 | View Odds |
 Betfred | 13.00 | 6.00 | 1.22 | View odds |
 betmgm.se | 17.00 | 7.00 | 1.18 | View odds |
 BetVictor | 15.00 | 6.50 | 1.18 | View odds |
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Qatar arrive at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium with precious little momentum. Winless in their last two outings, a draw followed by a defeat, Julen Lopetegui's side sit bottom of Group B before a ball has been kicked. Their 2022 World Cup campaign ended without a single point, and preparations this time were disrupted by the cancellation of high-profile friendlies against Argentina and Serbia. Courage and realism will both be needed in abundance.
Switzerland's recent form reads as inconsistent, with one win, two draws, and a defeat from their last four internationals. Murat Yakin has used that stretch to experiment tactically, toggling between a back three and a back four, with the latter now appearing his preferred shape. The return to fitness of Noah Okafor adds a welcome attacking dimension. Ranked among Europe's most balanced sides, the Swiss carry significantly greater tournament pedigree than their opponents.
Qatar's recent form offers little encouragement. Winless in their last six internationals, Julen Lopetegui's side failed to win any of their three group matches as hosts in 2022 and have struggled to build consistency since. Their preparations were disrupted by the cancellation of high-profile friendlies against Argentina and Serbia, leaving them short of top-level match practice heading into this opener.
Switzerland, by contrast, carry the pedigree of consistent knockout stage participants. Murat Yakin's tactical flexibility, shifting between a back three and a favoured back four, gives his side adaptability. The return of Noah Okafor to full fitness adds a dynamic attacking option. Though their own recent sequence reads mixed, the Swiss possess a clear edge in quality and tournament experience.
The away win at 1.16 represents genuine value given Switzerland's superior squad depth and Qatar's lack of competitive sharpness. Expect the Swiss to control possession and create the better openings. Backing under 2.5 goals at 2.23 also appeals; Qatar's defensive approach under Lopetegui should keep this tight, even if Switzerland ultimately find enough to prevail in a low-scoring contest.
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Trends to Know about Qatar vs Switzerland
- Qatar winless in last six internationals
- Switzerland unbeaten in four of five
- Qatar lost all three 2022 group matches
Form & Statistics: Qatar vs Switzerland
Qatar
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Switzerland
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Lineups: Qatar vs Switzerland
Qatar
Starters
- 1 Mahmud Abunada
- 2 Ayoub Al-Oui
- 3 Boualem Khoukhi
- 4 Pedro Miguel
- 5 Homam Ahmed
- 6 Ahmed Fathi
- 7 Jassem Gaber
- 8 Issa Laye
- 9 Yusuf Abdurisag
- 10 Akram Afif
- 11 Edmilson Junior
Bench
- Salah Zakaria
- Al Hashmi Al Hussain
- Mohammed Muntari
- Sultan Al Brake
- Abdulaziz Hatem
- Assim Madibo
- Lucas Mendes
- Meshaal Aissa
- Ahmed Al Ganehi
- Hassan Al Haydos
- Almoez Ali
Switzerland
Starters
- 1 Gregor Kobel
- 2 Silvan Widmer
- 3 Manuel Akanji
- 4 Nico Elvedi
- 5 Ricardo Rodriguez
- 6 Granit Xhaka
- 7 Remo Freuler
- 8 Ruben Vargas
- 9 Fabian Rieder
- 10 Dan Ndoye
- 11 Zeki Amdouni
Bench
- Marvin Keller
- Yvon Mvogo
- Aurèle Amenda
- Eray Cömert
- Miro Muheim
- Denis Zakaria
- Djibril Sow
- Michel Aebischer
- Ardon Jashari
- Noah Okafor
- Breel Embolo
- Cedric Itten
- Christian Fassnacht
- Johan Manzambi
Medium confidence
A 4-3-3 against a 4-2-3-1 shapes this World Cup opener as a contest of width versus midfield control. Qatar will look to Akram Afif to carry the creative burden on the flanks, while Switzerland's double pivot of Xhaka and Freuler is designed to screen and dictate tempo from deep.
Both probable XIs carry reasonable confidence across multiple credible outlets, so the tactical picture is relatively clear ahead of kickoff. Switzerland's greater depth in reserve options underlines the quality gap on paper, though Qatar, on home soil in a tournament they are hosting, will be motivated to make this a difficult evening for Murat Yakin's side.
Qatar vs Switzerland: Head-to-Head
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How to Watch Qatar vs Switzerland Match?
What time is Qatar vs Switzerland?
Qatar vs Switzerland kicks off at 20:00 BST on Friday 13 June 2026.
Where is Qatar vs Switzerland being played?
This fixture takes place at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium in California.
How Can I Watch Qatar vs Switzerland on TV and Live Stream?
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